Routledge Everyday Energy Politics in Central Asia - Routledge Book

While much of the existing literature on Central Asia focuses on large-scale geopolitical issues and national energy policies, this book provides a necessary shift in perspective. It moves beyond the view of the region as merely a source of oil and gas reserves to explore the actual needs of the people living there. This multidisciplinary work brings together insights from anthropologists, economists, geographers, and political scientists. It examines how various forms of energy, including oil, gas, hydropower, and solar, affect citizens. By looking at the connection between global energy networks involving China, Russia, and the West and the local level, this text provides a clear picture of how energy access impacts daily life, entitlements, and social struggles.