Anotace
A one-week intensive course from April 15 till April 18, 2024.
Lecturer: Prof. Lior Herman (Hebrew University)
Email: lior.herman@mail.huji.ac.il
Timetable:
Meeting (via Zoom): March 6, 2024: 17:00 - 19:50 CET. Lecture will be online via Zoom in the following link: https://huji.zoom.us/j/84033922985?pwd=eXVKdm1Dd0NmNXAxMnh3TW5ZcGNndz09
Meeting 2-6 will be in person at Jinonice Campus in April 15-18, 2024. The exact lecture time and dates to be confirmed.
Course Readings: On Moodle arranged by Lecture
Moodle link: https://dl2.cuni.cz/course/view.php?id=5441
Course Description:
Energy, in its broadest sense, holds immense significance in our daily lives and serves as a pivotal element in international relations, impacting the development levels of nations and human societies. This course delves into the crucial role of energy and electricity resources in geopolitics, national and regional security, with a specific focus on the State of Israel and its interactions with Arab countries. Throughout the duration of the course, we will explore the intricate relationship between energy, politics, and security, conducting a comprehensive analysis of how energy dynamics shape the geopolitics of the Middle East. The curriculum will be dedicated to examining key issues, including the utilization of energy tools in foreign policy within the context of Israeli-Palestinian relations in the West Bank and Gaza Strip, the interplay between energy and regional cooperation, particularly in the Eastern Mediterranean, and the influence of energy infrastructure on the geopolitics of divided cities, exemplified by the case of Jerusalem. The course will also analyze topics, such as the role of energy in addressing issues of energy justice for indigenous communities, exemplified by the Bedouin community in Israel, and will explore the evolving geopolitics of renewable energy, analyzing their manifestations in conflicts and collaborations, including their relevance in the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
This course will be of particular interest to students wishing to expand their knowledge about Israel's politics and international relations, and the Arab-Israeli conflict as it offers insights into lesser-explored facets of this conflict. The course will also appeal to students wishing to expand their academic and professional toolbox in energy, environment, security, and policy.