Essays about: "Energy democracy"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 16 essays containing the words Energy democracy.
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1. Exploring the Engagement and Network Building of Organizations with or in Energy Communities in the Swedish context. A study to understand the European Union energy transition agenda shaped in practice
University essay from Linköpings universitet/Tema MiljöförändringAbstract : Energy communities (ECs) are considered in the European Union as an important instrument in accelerating the transition to clean energy, with a focus on just transition and social sustainability. In Sweden, ECs are mentioned in various laws and regulations, but there is no specific legislation dedicated to ECs. READ MORE
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2. Shedding light on Energy Communities-Policy challenges towards a high share of Energy communities in Greece
University essay from Lunds universitet/LUCSUSAbstract : In 2018 Greece enacted the Energy Communities (EC) Law which promotes energy democracy and Justice. Although there are several successful examples of ECs in Greece, they are far from becoming mainstream as they face many problems. I used the policy challenges framework provided by Busch et. all. READ MORE
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3. Energy justice for members only? A study of German energy cooperatives’ contributions to energy justice
University essay from Lunds universitet/LUCSUSAbstract : Energy cooperatives are seen as a way to achieve energy democracy in both academic and activist circles, with often an implicit expectation that they also contribute to energy justice. These assumptions are increasingly being questioned, often on the grounds of the limited diversity of energy cooperative membership. READ MORE
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4. Transformation towards sustainable energy production and consumption. : A study of path dependence and risk perceptions within the Swedish Energy Agency.
University essay from Karlstads universitet/Institutionen för samhälls- och kulturvetenskap (from 2013)Abstract : When it comes to climate change, one of the most pressing challenges is energy production and consumption in society, from individuals to markets. From economic incentives, path dependence and risk perceptions of our society, actions and strategise need to become more adaptable towards change. READ MORE
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5. Sustainable development of on-shore wind power : integrated landscape character assessment as a tool to improve assessment of on-shore wind power in southern Sweden
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management (from 130101)Abstract : To meet the increasing demand of renewable energy and move from the fossil-fuel economy, Sweden aims to expand the onshore wind power production from 30 TWh today, to 80 TWh by 2040, with a strong expansion in Southern Sweden aiming to complement the infrastructure implemented in Northern Sweden. The implementation in Southern Sweden has created growing conflict as landscapes of cultural, ecological, and social importance try to accommodate this new energy landscape. READ MORE