The application of the Energy Charter Treaty in times of war
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Abstract
This dissertation rigorously analyzes the relevance and consequences of the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT) within the framework of armed conflict, focusing particularly on its function in protecting energy investments and fostering sustainable energy development in post-conflict scenarios. This research conducts a thorough examination that combines insights from comparative studies, detailed analyses of international treaties, and extensive reviews of case law, while also investigating the ECT's role in facilitating sustainable energy initiatives during the reconstruction phase following conflicts. Further, it addresses the complex challenges and prospects associated with the ECT and highlights the treaty's crucial yet intricate role in providing legal safeguards for investments during periods of geopolitical instability, while also identifying the existing limitations and obstacles within its current structure and enforcement practices. Recommendations for enhancing the ECT's efficacy include policy amendments and the introduction of new protocols to better address contemporary armed conflicts and scaffold sustainable energy investments. By outlining methods for employing the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT), this thesis adds to the extensive discussion on international investment law and sustainable development, focusing on fostering economic recovery and environmental sustainability in regions recovering from conflict.