Urban Energy And Climate: Prospects For A Sustainable Transition

The management and planning of global urban energy are under pressure due to the migration of people towards metropolitan areas, demands for core services and energy, and an increasing awareness of climate change. Trends toward urban energy service transformations offer hope for a global sustainable future, but there are limits and risks involved. This edited volume brings together leading experts on the prospects and challenges of urban energy innovation and on related-economic, social, and environmental sustainability transitions.

Format: Hardback
Length: 356 pages
Publication date: 18 July 2023
Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd

The management and planning of global urban energy face significant challenges due to the ever-increasing migration of people towards metropolitan areas in search of employment, coupled with the rising demands for core services and energy, as well as the growing awareness of the impact of climate change. As a result, there is a pressing need for transformative solutions that can offer greater affordability, reliability, efficiency, and adaptability in urban energy systems.

One promising trend towards achieving a global sustainable future is the shift towards urban energy service transformations. These transformations aim to improve the quality, accessibility, and sustainability of urban energy services, ultimately benefiting both urban residents and the environment. By offering greater affordability, reliability, efficiency, and adaptability, these transformations can help reduce energy poverty, improve air quality, and mitigate the effects of climate change.

However, it is important to note that these transitions are not without their limits and risks. On one end of the spectrum, the future of urban energy could involve land use sprawl, high fossil fuel use, pollution, and unhealthy urban conditions. On the other side, the transition could lead to more energy choices, healthier, more livable cities, and reduced energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.

Understanding the risks and opportunities associated with these transitions is crucial for shaping the future of urban energy systems. This edited volume brings together leading experts from various disciplines to explore the prospects and challenges of urban energy innovation and related-economic, social, and environmental sustainability transitions.

The focus of the volume is on multidisciplinary reviews, research informing technologies and policies for sustainability, and analytical insights addressing rapid urbanization and changes across a diverse typology of global cities. The volume will provide an overview of the current state of urban energy systems, document and evaluate urban energy prospects for a sustainable, resilient future, and offer insights into the strategies and policies needed to achieve these goals.

In conclusion, the management and planning of global urban energy are facing unprecedented challenges, but there are also opportunities for transformative solutions that can lead to a sustainable, resilient, and inclusive future. By embracing urban energy service transformations, promoting interdisciplinary research, and developing innovative technologies and policies, we can build a more sustainable and prosperous urban world for generations to come.

Weight: 658g
Dimension: 159 x 237 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811268113