Regional Approaches to the Energy Transition: A Multidisciplinary Perspective

The book Regional Approaches to the Energy Transition discusses the key challenges the energy transition is facing at the European and International level. It is an edited collection gathering contributions from experts in the field, bringing together internationally renowned scholars, researchers, EU officials, and practitioners. The book argues for a regional approach to the energy transition and questions the strategies and measures put forward for its realization. It covers a wide range of topics such as EU renewable energy policies, Green Deal and regionalization, energy auctions in the EU, environment in contemporary constitutionalism, Human Rights considerations, the Scandinavian perspective, practical examples from Italy and Spain, and the global context. The book provides insights into regional regulations, public policies, and local practices on the use of clean energy and offers a reference and study material for academics, students, policy makers, officials, and practitioners dealing with the energy transition.

Format: Hardback
Length: 315 pages
Publication date: 10 February 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

The book "Regional Approaches to the Energy Transition" delves into the critical challenges the energy transition faces at the European and international levels. It is an edited collection that brings together esteemed experts from various fields, including internationally renowned scholars, researchers, and EU officials, to address the current trends and dilemmas in the energy transition. The book contextualizes the energy transition within a broad interdisciplinary framework, examining energy policies, legal frameworks, regional strategies, and the challenges associated with their implementation. It advocates for a regional approach to the energy transition, questioning the strategies and measures proposed for its realization. The subject matter is highly relevant, considering the recent themes that dominate global and European political agendas.

In a nutshell, the volume provides valuable insights into regional regulations, public policies, and local practices related to the use of clean energy. It begins by exploring the EU's commitment and initiatives, providing examples from Member States. Furthermore, it offers a comparative perspective, discussing the different approaches to the energy transition from Latin America, China, Africa, and Australia. The book covers a wide range of topics, including EU renewable energy policies, the Green Deal, regionalization, energy auctions in the EU, environmental considerations in contemporary constitutionalism, Human Rights considerations, the Scandinavian perspective, practical examples from Italy and Spain, and the global context.

Moreover, it examines the coal-to-gas transition in China, legal regulation trends in renewable energy in Russia, the energy transition in Latin-American countries, the regional approach to the energy transition, and electric power. This comprehensive examination of the energy transition from various regional perspectives offers valuable insights into policymaking, implementation strategies, and the road ahead for a sustainable and resilient energy future.

Weight: 658g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031193576
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023