Energy Security: Historical Perspectives and Modern Challenges

This is the first in a series of hearings that will build on the important work that was done by Senator Lugar and then-Senator Biden on the issue of energy security over the last several Congresses. From securing our natural gas pipelines globally to creating clean development pathways, this is obviously not just an important issue, but it’s a broad issue that has implications well beyond just energy; it cuts across disciplines and across regions. We hope to use these hearings to gain insight and perspective on the current state of our challenge, and particularly to help understand this in the context of the global economy, global security threats, and the national security needs of our Nation.