Towards a Theory of Local Energy Transition

Hansjörg Drewello ()
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Hansjörg Drewello: Faculty II Economy, Informational and Social Sciences, University of Applied Sciences Kehl, 77694 Kehl, Germany

Sustainability, 2022, vol. 14, issue 18, 1-20

Abstract: The intended transition to a low-carbon energy system presents a systemic challenge for every country. The focus of this article is on local energy transition, a decentralized approach in which local municipalities will play a key role. The main question in this article is which determinants support the process towards local energy transition. Therefore, an analytic framework is presented. The three-levels-model is a holistic approach which focuses on determinants considering local context, a macro, and a micro framework. It highlights the dependency of the process from the local context and a sound national transition policy. The model summarizes the complex interrelationships of local energy transition and will enable local communities, networks, and citizens to successfully engage in an energy transition process.

Keywords: environmental governance; energy transition; renewable energy; transition policy; climate change; sustainable development; civic engagement; citizen participation (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2022
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