Energy security indicators for sustainable energy development: Application to electricity sector in the context of state economic decisions
Sustainable Development,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Сен. 12, 2024
Abstract
This
paper
discusses
the
interlinkages
between
energy
security
indicators
and
government
economic
interventions
in
electricity
sector.
The
research
was
carried
out
using
a
systematic
literature
review
comparative
analysis
mainly
based
on
qualitative
criteria.
Following
data
analysis,
identifies
65
(from
over
300
possible
indicators)
that
are
relevant
for
work
also
highlights
of
which
state's
decisions
have
direct
indirect
effect.
is
basis
scientific
novelty
relevance
this
study.
role
public
policy
domain
(including
supply,
reliability
affordability).
helps
to
show
how
different
parts
safety
field
connected.
It
shows
choices
can
both
effects
outcomes,
helping
us
understand
complex
ways
policies
results
relate
each
other.
argues
state
areas
such
as
support
promotion
renewable
sources
efficiency
gains,
price
regulation
exert
significant
effect
examines
theoretical
issues
underpinning
definition,
dimensions
assessment
security.
Possible
trade‐offs
growth
discussed
drawing
attention
importance
balanced
approach
formulation
policy.
study
play
crucial
shaping
sector
stresses
topicality
better
ability
fathom
potential
outcomes
these
decisions.
comprehensive
presented
gives
valuable
insights
analysts
decision
makers.
confirms
nuanced
measuring
combining
into
policymaking
(for
governments,
industry
leaders,
scientists,
researchers,
NGOs)
enhance
overall
effectiveness
sustainability
findings
suggest
promoting
energy,
diversification
key
achieving
stable
sustainable
urging
further
incorporating
dynamic
models
analytics
strategies.
Язык: Английский
Evaluating four decades of energy policy evolution for sustainable development of a South Asian country—Nepal: A comprehensive review
Sustainable Development,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
32(6), С. 6703 - 6731
Опубликована: Май 23, 2024
Abstract
In
this
study,
we
assessed
the
accomplishments
and
shortcomings
of
an
exhaustive
collection
energy
policies
Nepal
over
four
decades,
using
a
five‐dimensional
security
framework
(availability,
affordability,
technology,
sustainability
governance)
for
sustainable
development.
We
adopted
mixed‐method
approach
involving
thorough
review
70
policy
documents
(1984–2022),
systematic
86
peer‐reviewed
journal
articles
on
Nepal's
policy,
consultations
with
11
experts.
Our
evaluation
shows
that
while
there
is
progressive
trend,
face
challenges
political
instability,
governance
issues,
siloed
development
practices,
lagging
research
development,
inefficient
demand
management,
heavy
reliance
international
support.
Additionally,
offer
tailored
recommendations
related
stakeholders:
supply‐side
demand‐side
multi‐sector
collaboration,
stability
good
governance.
The
insights
provide
have
significant
regional
implications,
particularly
in
context
potential
cross‐border
clean
electricity
sharing
South
Asia.
Язык: Английский