Network Governance and Energy Transitions in European Cities

This book investigates and evaluates the opportunities and limitations of network governance in building local capacity for energy infrastructure governance. It presents a comparative analysis of three city cases from across Europe and highlights the intricate connections between network characteristics, context, and impact. It concludes that understanding such links between context and networks is crucial when designing and implementing new governance models.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 170 pages
Publication date: 29 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the realm of network governance and explores its potential for building local capacity for energy infrastructure governance. Through a comparative analysis of three city cases from across Europe—Birmingham, Frankfurt, and Budapest—it sheds light on how local factors shape the prospects of network governance in supporting low-carbon energy transitions. The book meticulously maps out existing governance networks, highlighting the key actors involved and their intricate interactions. It also delves into the role and embeddedness of networks in the urban governance of low-carbon energy, emphasizing their significance in facilitating and governing low-carbon urban development.

Drawing on robust case study evidence, the author conducts a comparative analysis that examines the intricate connections between network characteristics, context, and impact. It highlights that organizational fragmentation, the complexity of the low-carbon energy problem, and historical developments all play a role in shaping network characteristics, influencing factors such as the degree of integration and vertical power relationships among network actors.

In conclusion, this book makes a significant contribution to the field by offering a comprehensive understanding of the opportunities and limitations of network governance in fostering local capacity for energy infrastructure governance. It will be of immense interest to scholars, researchers, and policymakers engaged in energy policy, urban governance, and sustainability transitions. By shedding light on the complex interplay between context and networks, the book provides valuable insights for designing and implementing effective governance models that can support low-carbon urban development.

Weight: 312g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367547523