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Just Energy Transition

Strategies for Inclusion and Sustainability

  • 1st Edition - June 1, 2027
  • Latest edition
  • Editors: Farhad Taghizadeh-Hesary, Yang Liu, Ehsan Rasoulinezhad
  • Language: English

The transition to a low-carbon economy is, at its core, an energy transition that necessitates the rapid deployment of renewables, the modernization of power grids, and the… Read more

Description

The transition to a low-carbon economy is, at its core, an energy transition that necessitates the rapid deployment of renewables, the modernization of power grids, and the restructuring of energy markets. As governments implement stricter climate policies and clean technologies become more competitive, the challenge is no longer just reducing emissions but ensuring that energy systems remain reliable, affordable, and equitable. Just Energy Transition: Strategies for Inclusion and Sustainability provides a comprehensive framework for achieving a just energy transition, addressing technical, economic, social, and ethical dimensions of this global challenge. Unlike conventional discussions that emphasize decarbonization alone, this book integrates case studies, policy insights, and market-driven strategies with critical perspectives on justice, fairness, gender equity, and social sustainability. This is a valuable resource for all those involved in the energy sector, the transition to low-carbon systems and renewables, grid modernization, policy, and sustainability, including researchers, advanced students, faculty, scientists, engineers, industry professionals, policy makers, and regulatory bodies.

Key features

  • Presents empirical studies and practical recommendations for deploying equitable low-carbon energy
  • Draws on industry case studies to offer lessons from global energy markets on policy, investment, and technology
  • Provides actionable strategies for policy makers, businesses, and communities navigating the shift to green energy

Readership

Researchers, advanced students, and faculty across renewable energy, power systems, energy economics, energy transition, energy justice, environmental policy, and sustainability

Table of contents

Part I: Foundations of a Just Energy Transition

1. Introduction: The Imperative of a Just Energy Transition

2. Defining Justice, Fairness, and Inclusivity in Energy Transitions

3. Policy and Market Frameworks for a Just Transition

4. Social Dimensions of a Just Energy Transition

5. Building a Just and Sustainable Energy Future – Integrating justice, inclusion, and long-term vision into global energy transitions

Part II: Sectoral and Technological Transformation

6. Advancing Renewable Energy and Grid Modernization in a Just Transition – Infrastructure, affordability, and access challenges and solutions

7. Workforce and Industrial Transformation in a Just Energy Transition – Reskilling, job creation, and minimizing socioeconomic disruptions

8. Gender and Energy Transition - Women’s roles, challenges, and opportunities in global energy transitions

9. Corporate Responsibility in a Just Energy Transition – Business models, ESG frameworks, and stakeholder engagement for equitable outcomes

10. The Role of Banks and Financial Institutions in a Just Transition – Mobilizing capital, de-risking investments, aligning portfolios with just transition principles, and fostering inclusive financing models

11. Community-Led Just Energy Transitions – Strengthening decentralized energy, local ownership, and participatory decision-making

Part III: Global Case Studies and Regional Perspectives

12. Developing Asia: Ensuring Inclusive Clean Energy Access – Overcoming financial, infrastructure, and social justice barriers

13. ASEAN: Regional Cooperation for a Just Energy Transition – Integrating renewables while ensuring social and economic stability

14. China: State-Led Just Energy Transition – Balancing industrial policy, innovation, and social protection

15. India: Scaling Renewable Energy for an Inclusive Transition – Addressing energy poverty while ensuring fairness in decarbonization

16. Africa: Advancing a Just Energy Transition – Expanding access, phasing out fossil fuels, and ensuring social equity

17. Developed Countries: Phasing Out Coal in a Just Transition – Lessons on fairness and inclusivity from Europe, the US, and Japan

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: June 1, 2027
  • Language: English

About the editors

Farhad Taghizadeh-Hesary

Editor

Dr. Farhad Taghizadeh-Hesary is an Associate Professor at the Research Institute for Environment and Sustainability (TRIES) at Tokai University in Tokyo, Japan, and Vice-President of the International Society for Energy Transition Studies (ISETS). He also serves as Chief Economist at Climate Finance Asia and Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Environmental Assessment Policy and Management. In 2024-5, he led a project to draft Just Transition guidelines for banks, commissioned by a group of leading global banks, international organizations, and philanthropic foundations. In 2023, he was awarded the Medal and Commendation for Science and Technology by Japan's Minister of Education for his contributions to renewable energy finance. Recognized as a Highly Cited Researcher by Clarivate Analytics, Dr. Taghizadeh-Hesary has authored over 400 academic papers and book chapters, as well as 30 books, primarily focusing on energy transition, policy, finance, and sustainability. He holds a Ph.D. in economics from Keio University in Japan.

Affiliations and expertise
Associate Professor, Research Institute for Environment and Sustainability (TRIES), Tokai University, Tokyo, Japan

Yang Liu

Editor

Dr. Yang Liu a Senior Energy Economist at the World Bank, based in Washington, D.C., United States. He specializes in infrastructure finance, energy market design, energy efficiency, and climate policy. Leading lending operations, reform-based financing, and technical assistance, he plays a key role in shaping global policies on energy security, clean energy transition, subsidy reform, and decarbonization by integrating technology, policy, and finance with economic and social dimensions. With over 30 peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters, Dr. Liu’s work is widely recognized, and he has co-edited two books. He also serves as the guest editor for leading energy journals including Energy Economics. His work advances sustainable and equitable energy solutions for emerging markets, with a strong focus on Africa.

Affiliations and expertise
Senior Energy Economist, World Bank, Washington DC, USA

Ehsan Rasoulinezhad

Editor
Dr. Ehsan Rasoulinezhad is an Associate Professor of Economics at the Faculty of World Studies, University of Tehran, Iran. With research expertise in energy economics and policy fields, he plays a leading role as a member of the "Sustainable Development" research core at the University. He has over 200 publications in SSCI, SCI, and ESCI journals and was included in the top 2% of scientists in 2023 (Stanford University). Furthermore, Dr. Rasoulinezhad is a member of the Science Elite Club at the University of Tehran and was bestowed with the title of Distinguished Professor at the 10th Education Festival of the University in 2023. He was also honored as the Distinguished Researcher at the 30th Festival of Technology and Research at the University of Tehran in 2022. In addition to his journal articles, Dr. Rasoulinezhad has authored several books.
Affiliations and expertise
Associate Professor of Economics, Faculty of World Studies, University of Tehran, Iran