Energy Law in Brazil

This book describes the energy-law situation in Brazil. It focuses on three specific energy sectors: oil, natural gas and biofuel. The decision to concentrate on these areas takes into account the role that these energy sectors play in the economic, political and legal systems in Brazil, as well as the fact that they are the primary subjects of current discussions surrounding economic regulation in the country. The book, composed of thematic chapters authored by specialized legal researchers, analyzes the different aspects of the oil, gas and biofuels industry, starting with an introduction and technical points and followed by a discussion of the legal issues. It also considers the different legal areas used to examine the aforementioned energy sectors, such as regulatory law, environmental law, tax law, international law, among others. The book will serve as a valuable guide for researchers interested in understanding Brazilian energy law, and at the same it time presents the state of the art of studies carried out in Brazil.

Provides an overview of the regulation of the petroleum, natural gas and biofuels industry in Brazil Includes a special chapter on Brazilian pre-salt regulation Covers the main aspects of the Brazilian Concession and Production Sharing Agreement Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

Inhalt
Part I: Introduction: The Brazilian Scenario of the Oil, Gas and Biofuel Industry.- Part II: The Regulation of Oil and Gas Industry in Brazil.- Part III: The Regulation of Biofuels Industry in Brazil.- Part V: The Tax Law and the Brazilian Oil, Gas and Biofuels industry.- Part VII: International Law and the International Legal Aspects of Brazilian.