Energy Transitions

Providing an overview of the ongoing transition towards renewable energy sources, this book examines the crucial need for a transformation of the broader energy landscape. Grounded upon the understanding of the energy system as a socio-technical system, it highlights both the challenges and opportunities of implementing fundamental change.The chapters encompass both a normative and forward-looking approach, while acknowledging the relevance of other transitions from which insights for the energy sector may be gleaned. The book brings together authors from across social science disciplines and professional backgrounds with extensive knowledge and experience from their respective fields. They explore questions on the supporting structures and innovations, and the hindering factors for the transition, as well as how inclusivity can be more centrally positioned going forward.Moving beyond theoretical discussions, this book is an essential read for students and scholars of politics, public policy, economics and sociology looking to further their understanding of the concepts relevant to energy transitions and renewable energy. Researchers and practitioners involved in energy policy and the sustainable development goals will also benefit from the multi-disciplinary insights.