The Net Zero Industry Act (NZIA) promotes non-price criteria in renewable auctions. It aims to unlock green willingness-to-pay and scale up manufacturing capacity for net-zero technologies in the European Union (EU). This paper builds a partial equilibrium model of the European solar module...

In this article, we compare adoption preferences for three important clean energy technologies-rooftop solar PV, heat pumps and electric vehicles using primary data from a nationally representative household survey in Ireland. The survey questionnaire explored a wide range of techno-economic,...

Germany's current government is planning to realign its energy transition. Against this backdrop, this report provides an overview of current developments in key technologies and indicators for flexibility in the electricity sector. For photovoltaics, growth appears to be leveling off,...

Die Nachfrage nach Fachkräften für den Ausbau erneuerbarer Energien aus Wind, Sonne oder grünem Wasserstoff ist seit 2014 deutlich gestiegen. In den 31 für diese Studie ausgewählten Engpassberufen stieg die Zahl der offenen Stellen von 115.345 im Jahr 2014 auf 184.548 im Jahr 2024. Knapp...

Für die Energiewende werden in unterschiedlichen Berufen Fachkräfte dringend gesucht: Allein in den 31 für die vorliegende Studie betrachteten energierelevanten Berufen konnten im Jahr 2024 knapp 119.000 der insgesamt knapp 185.000 offenen Stellen nicht besetzt werden. Damit liegt die...

Addressing the intertwined challenges of economic growth and environmental sustainability is essential to mitigate the worsening impacts of climate change in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Promoting clean energy adoption and understanding the role of globalization have been identified as critical...

Studies of the development of clean hydrogen have often focused on the production side. Infrastructure built and used for storage and transportation warrants more attention. Among the topics that should be assessed are system design, operation, integration, and ownership; market design and...

As renewable hydrogen becomes central to decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors, such as steel manufacturing or heavy transport, deployment in Emerging Markets and Developing Countries depends on obtaining timely environmental and social permits on the social acceptance of hydrogen production...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a key driver of the energy transition and sustainable economic development. However, the specific mechanisms through which AI adoption impacts renewable energy production versus consumption remain poorly understood. This study addresses this research gap by...

Policy formulation that fosters development while safeguarding the environment necessitates an understanding of the interplay between environmental sustainability and economic advancement. In numerous cases, economic development is associated with increased carbon emissions, heightened energy...

Iceland continues to face CO₂ emission challenges despite its near-total reliance on renewable energy. This study analyzes the effects of GDP per capita, renewable energy consumption (RENC), foreign direct investment (FDI), and urbanization on CO2 emissions from 1990 to 2023, using an ARDL...

The interplay between energy consumption, economic growth, and carbon emissions remains a central focus in economic, energy and environmental policy research. While often assumed to be symmetric, changes in energy consumption do not always produce uniform effects on economic growth and carbon...

Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) faces a confluence of critical challenges, including limited energy access, rapid urbanization, and the pursuit of inclusive economic growth, compounded by the global urgency of climate action. This study investigates the potential for SSA to transition toward renewable...

This article offers a fresh perspective on the existing literature in the areas such agriculture, renewable energy, applied technology, economics, and environment (climate change). The objective of this study is to comparatively evaluate the Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) of a solar...

As renewable energy adoption accelerates, resolving spatial and temporal mismatches in power dispatch has become increasingly important. Given that data centers are accounting for a growing share of global power demand, it is imperative to develop a strategic approach to renewable energy...

China's rapid economic growth has made it the world's largest carbon emitter, creating urgent environmental challenges that require immediate attention. As urbanization advances, so does the energy demand, with a large proportion of that energy being provided by fossil fuels, which has further...

Guarantees of Origin (GOs) certificates were introduced by European governments to reduce information asymmetry in electricity markets. By providing verified information on the origin of electricity, GOs enable consumers to credibly identify and demand electricity from renewable sources. This...

The global shift toward sustainability and ecological responsibility has accelerated the large-scale transition to renewable energy. This research explores the predisposition toward adopting solar photovoltaic systems, particularly within commercial energy hubs, due to their role as key...

Given the increasing global interest in the transition to green energy sources in developing countries that have financial constraints, this study examines the influence of foreign finance on the production and consumption of renewable energy (RE). The study also explores whether globalization...

This study explores dynamic interconnectedness and volatility spillovers among four asset clusters-brown (fossil fuels), green (clean energy), blue (water-related), and orange (technology)-from April 2014 to October 2024, incorporating major geopolitical events, such as COVID-19, the...

Renewable energy adoption (RNE) has become a worldwide concern owing to its fundamental role in achieving environmental goals. The literature has suggested diverse factors that can influence RNE. However, the role of artificial intelligence (AI) and climate finance in shaping RNE has received...