Conventional energy

Khadar Ahmed Dirie and Md. Mahmudul Alam

Chapter 18 in Elgar Encyclopedia of Energy Economics, 2025, pp 66-68 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: The entry provides a comprehensive overview of traditional energy sources, emphasizing their critical role in global energy consumption and economic development. Conventional energy, primarily derived from fossil fuels (oil, natural gas, and coal) and nuclear power, constitutes 84 per cent of global energy use. While these sources have fueled industrial growth and societal advancements, they pose significant environmental risks, including greenhouse gas emissions, habitat loss, and resource depletion. The entry discusses the balance between the benefits and the environmental threats posed by conventional energy sources, highlighting the urgent need for a transition to renewable energy systems. The authors advocate policy measures, technological innovations, and investments in infrastructure to support this transition. They emphasize the importance of a gradual shift to cleaner energy sources to achieve long-term sustainability and effectively address climate change.

Keywords: Conventional Energy; Fossil Fuels; Greenhouse Gas Emissions; Renewable Energy Transition; Environmental Sustainability (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
ISBN: 9781035310364
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