Aspects of the Energy Union: Application and Effects of European Energy Policies in SE Europe and Eastern Mediterranean

The book explores the challenges and effects of the EU's Energy Union policy in Southeastern Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean, focusing on the geopolitics of energy and energy regulation, climate change, renewable and gas technologies, and consumer empowerment structures. It provides a comprehensive overview of the energy sector and aims to offer readers a quality, hands-on understanding of the Energy Union.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 346 pages
Publication date: 13 November 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This book provides a comprehensive exploration of some of the most critical issues regarding the European Union's (EU) Energy Union policy. Applied European energy policies face a number of challenges, ranging from the geopolitics of energy and energy regulation to climate change, advancing renewable and gas technologies, and consumer empowerment structures. This book takes a multi-dimensional look into some of these vital issues regarding the European energy sector, with a special focus on the effects of the Energy Union policy in two sensitive regional systems, Southeastern Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean.

Energy, being by definition a multi-disciplinary field, presents a challenge for readers of any specific disciplinary background that need to grasp an overall understanding of the various aspects of this exciting sector. This book's objective is to offer the opportunity for readers to get a quality, hands-on overview of the Energy Union by the professionals and academics that interact with it on a daily basis.

The EU's Energy Union policy is a complex and multifaceted initiative aimed at promoting sustainable, secure, and affordable energy in the European Union. It seeks to achieve this by fostering cooperation between member states, improving energy efficiency, increasing the use of renewable energy sources, and developing a secure and interconnected energy infrastructure.

One of the key challenges facing the Energy Union policy is the geopolitics of energy. The EU is heavily dependent on imported energy, particularly from Russia, which has been a major supplier in recent years. However, the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the sanctions imposed on Russia by the EU have led to concerns about energy security and the stability of the energy market.

Another challenge is climate change. The EU has committed to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2030 and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. This requires significant investment in renewable energy technologies, such as wind and solar power, as well as improvements in energy efficiency and the development of carbon capture and storage technologies.

Advancing renewable and gas technologies is also a key challenge for the Energy Union policy. The EU needs to invest in research and development to improve the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of these technologies, while also ensuring that they are compatible with the EU's energy infrastructure.

Consumer empowerment structures are also an important aspect of the Energy Union policy. The EU needs to ensure that consumers have access to affordable and reliable energy, while also promoting energy efficiency and sustainability. This includes measures such as energy labeling, consumer education, and the development of smart grids.

The Energy Union policy has significant implications for Southeastern Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean. These regions are heavily dependent on imported energy and face a number of challenges, including energy security, climate change, and economic development.

In Southeastern Europe, the Energy Union policy can help to improve energy security by diversifying the EU's energy sources and reducing its dependence on imported energy. It can also help to promote economic development by investing in renewable energy technologies and improving energy efficiency.

In the Eastern Mediterranean, the Energy Union policy can help to promote energy cooperation and stability in the region. It can also help to address the challenges of climate change and energy poverty by investing in renewable energy technologies and improving energy infrastructure.

However, the Energy Union policy also faces a number of challenges in these regions. One of the biggest challenges is the need for investment in energy infrastructure. Many countries in Southeastern Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean lack the necessary infrastructure to support the development of renewable energy technologies and the expansion of energy networks.

Another challenge is the need for regulatory reform. Many countries in Southeastern Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean have outdated and inefficient energy regulatory frameworks that need to be reformed to promote investment and competition in the energy market.

In conclusion, this book provides a comprehensive exploration of some of the most critical issues regarding the European Union's Energy Union policy. Applied European energy policies face a number of challenges, ranging from the geopolitics of energy and energy regulation to climate change, advancing renewable and gas technologies, and consumer empowerment structures. The Energy Union policy has significant implications for Southeastern Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean, and it requires a multi-dimensional approach to address these challenges. By investing in energy infrastructure, regulatory reform, and renewable energy technologies, the EU can help to promote sustainable, secure, and affordable energy in these regions.

Weight: 495g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030559830
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021