Problem of Production of Shale Gas in Germany by N. K. Meden

“…We discuss external and internal factors which determine position of the German government concerning the shale gas excavation: policy of the USA and the EU, positions of German political parties, influence of the lobbying communities and civic associations. The article contains rich information on vast variety of interests of actors in the domestic discussion. …”
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The power of the cities and the power in the cities: a multiscale perspective from Portugal by José Alberto Rio Fernandes, Filipe Teles, Pedro Chamusca, João Seixas

“…In Portugal, however, urban movements and civic associations in general seem rather discreet in their activities, dimension and role. …”
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