Energy supply chain

Giannis T. Tsoulfas

Chapter 53 in Elgar Encyclopedia of Energy Economics, 2025, pp 205-208 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: This entry provides a comprehensive overview of the energy supply chain, emphasizing its critical role in contemporary society and its potential for transformation toward sustainability. It outlines the various stages of the energy supply chain and the challenges and opportunities within each stage, from the extraction and utilization of both fossil fuels and renewable energy sources to the innovative technologies enhancing efficiency and reducing environmental impacts. The entry underscores the importance of collaboration amongst stakeholders, policy and regulatory interventions, and the integration of clean energy technologies to address environmental concerns and meet future energy demands. It also discusses the significance of the energy reverse supply chain in resource recovery and waste minimization, aligning with circular economy principles. Furthermore, it calls for continuous policy evaluation, international collaboration, and alignment with long-term sustainability goals to optimize and transform the energy supply chain toward a low-carbon, sustainable future.

Keywords: Energy; Supply Chain; Efficiency; Sustainability; Technology (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
ISBN: 9781035310364
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