Energy Transition of the Electricity Sectors in the European Union and Japan: Regulatory Models and Legislative Solutions

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the energy policies in the European Union and Japan in terms of electricity markets and climate action, including energy efficiency, renewable energy sources, and the reduction of emissions. It evaluates and compares the regulatory frameworks for achieving energy transitions and delves into the four pillars of the transition: market reform, reduction of emissions, promotion of renewables, and enhancing energy efficiency.

Format: Hardback
Length: 246 pages
Publication date: 09 July 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book offers a thorough examination of energy policies in the European Union and Japan, focusing on electricity markets and climate action. It delves into energy efficiency, renewable energy sources, and the reduction of emissions, providing a valuable insight into these critical areas. The book evaluates and compares the regulatory frameworks employed by leading global economies to achieve energy transitions, with a particular emphasis on achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. By addressing a range of questions related to the essence and scope of regulatory models, the book offers a useful framework for systematizing Japanese and European energy policies and legislation, including electricity-related policies, plans, and programs.

In discussing these issues in the context of the European and Japanese 2050 energy transition, the author explores the four pillars of the transition: market reform, emissions reduction, renewable energy promotion, and energy efficiency enhancement. Each chapter provides a timeline of actions taken in both Europe and Japan, analyzes the nature of these actions, evaluates the stakeholders involved, and highlights the technologies employed.

This book is a valuable resource for scholars, policymakers, and stakeholders interested in understanding the energy policies and transitions in Japan and Europe. It sheds light on the challenges and opportunities faced by these countries in achieving a sustainable and low-carbon future, and provides valuable insights into the strategies and technologies that can drive progress toward a more sustainable and resilient energy system.

Weight: 483g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030988951
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022