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{"title":"Synergizing green finance and renewable energy development in Belt and Road nations: Illuminating pathways for sustainable growth","authors":"Xiaoli Hao ,&nbsp;Jiaying Li ,&nbsp;Ke Li ,&nbsp;Qingyu Sun ,&nbsp;Haitao Wu ,&nbsp;Yan Xue","doi":"10.1016/j.esr.2025.101751","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esr.2025.101751","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Under the current international circumstances, which significantly impact the energy security of all nations, it has become an imperative for countries worldwide to enhance renewable energy development (<em>RE</em>) through the expansion of green finance (<em>GF</em>). Based on a sample dataset comprising 42 countries along the Belt and Road during the period from 2000 to 2022, this study empirically examined the impact of <em>GF</em> on <em>RE</em>. The following conclusions have been derived. (1) There is a significant U-shaped relationship between <em>GF</em> and <em>RE</em>, with an inflection point occurring at 4.8. (2) The threshold test reveals that the relationship between <em>GF</em> and <em>RE</em> exhibits a trend of \"strong negative → weak negative → strong positive\" as the energy structure evolves. (3) The heterogeneous moderating effect indicates that the positive influence of <em>GF</em> on <em>RE</em> is more pronounced in countries characterized by an early stage of renewable energy adoption and a younger demographic. Additionally, this effect is also stronger in countries with a mature renewable energy sector, political stability, or involvement in the Belt and Road Initiative. (4) The long-term cumulative effects indicate that the adverse influence of <em>GF</em> on <em>RE</em> is relatively constrained, extending approximately up to 6 years. The paper thus proposes to enhance international collaboration in <em>GF</em>, such as engaging in <em>BRI</em> and adhering to international regulations on green development.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":11546,"journal":{"name":"Energy Strategy Reviews","volume":"59 ","pages":"Article 101751"},"PeriodicalIF":7.9,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143932098","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Mitigating Ukraine’s looming electricity crisis","authors":"Georg Zachmann ,&nbsp;Frank Meissner ,&nbsp;Iegor Riepin","doi":"10.1016/j.esr.2025.101724","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esr.2025.101724","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The ongoing Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure are causing massive power outages. Ukraine’s electricity system is on the brink of collapse, with approximately 70% of its pre-war power generation capacity lost. Model projections indicate that over the course of 12 months from summer 2024 on, load shedding will be required for 7,900 of the 8,760 h in the year (90% of time), with deficits exceeding 4,000 MW for more than 1,000 h and peak shortfalls reaching up to 6,500 MW—about one-third of national peak demand. Technical solutions to address this crisis exist; however, their rapid implementation requires substantial resources and a high level of coordination. Our analysis shows that restoring half of the damaged capacity, enhancing cross-border transfer capacity – specifically by adding an additional 500 MW from Poland – and installing quickly deployable, decentralized generation capacities could drastically reduce load shedding. To achieve these rapid improvements, we propose establishing an “energy situation room” to centralize real-time data, streamline coordination among domestic and international stakeholders, and facilitate targeted investments by local and private actors. This coordinated approach is essential to mitigate the impending energy crisis and bolster Ukraine’s energy resilience ahead of the critical winter period.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":11546,"journal":{"name":"Energy Strategy Reviews","volume":"59 ","pages":"Article 101724"},"PeriodicalIF":7.9,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143887831","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Transformation of South Africa's energy landscape: Policy implications, opportunities, and technological innovations in the Fourth Industrial Revolution","authors":"Kingsley Ukoba ,&nbsp;Tien-Chien Jen ,&nbsp;Abdulfatah Abdu Yusuf","doi":"10.1016/j.esr.2025.101752","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esr.2025.101752","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>South Africa's energy sector is undergoing a critical transformation amid challenges of accessibility, environmental sustainability, and modernization. This study critically examines the nation's energy landscape, focusing on policy implications, renewable energy adoption, and Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technologies reshaping the sector. A systematic review was conducted, analyzing over 500 peer-reviewed publications, government reports, and industry data. From these sources, more than 200 were selected based on their relevance and empirical data. The review aimed to identify trends, research gaps, and evidence supporting the transition to sustainable energy solutions. Findings reveal a heavy reliance on coal, accounting for 77 % of electricity generation, while renewable energy contributes only 12 %. In 2021, South Africa generated 245,000 GWh of electricity, but coal-fired power plants remain significant sources of carbon dioxide, sulfur dioxide, and mercury emissions, underscoring the urgency of transitioning to cleaner energy. The Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPPP) has attracted over $20 billion in investments, aiming to integrate 17.8 GW of renewable energy by 2030. Current capacities include 2500 MW of solar PV and 3670 MW of wind energy, with projections targeting 40 % renewable energy by 2030, guided by the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP). Despite progress, rural electrification disparities persist, necessitating inclusive energy solutions. Key recommendations include strengthening regulatory frameworks to accelerate renewable energy adoption, addressing energy poverty through decentralized systems, and fostering public-private partnerships for infrastructure development. 4IR technologies, such as smart grids and decentralized energy systems, offer transformative pathways for achieving sustainable energy goals. These strategic interventions are essential for reducing carbon emissions and ensuring an inclusive, sustainable energy future for South Africa.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":11546,"journal":{"name":"Energy Strategy Reviews","volume":"59 ","pages":"Article 101752"},"PeriodicalIF":7.9,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143917331","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"“Promoting biomass co-firing in coal power plants”--The new policy will reshape the landscape of bioenergy industry in China","authors":"Shu Wang ,&nbsp;Heyao Yin ,&nbsp;Changbin Yin","doi":"10.1016/j.esr.2025.101714","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esr.2025.101714","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>On July 15, 2024, China issued the “Action Plan for the Low-Carbon Transformation of Coal Power (2024–2027)\" (hereinafter referred to as the “New Policy”). New Policy emphasizes that in order to achieve the 2025 and 2027 coal power carbon reduction targets, low-carbon transformation and construction must be implemented on relevant projects within the next three years. The New Policy is set to redefine its energy landscape. The primary objective of the New Policy is to reduce carbon emissions from fossil fuels; however, the implemented measures inadvertently have repercussions on the bioenergy sector. New Policy could strain local biomass supplies but will likely boost the bioenergy sector with government support, promoting a sustainable energy future.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":11546,"journal":{"name":"Energy Strategy Reviews","volume":"59 ","pages":"Article 101714"},"PeriodicalIF":7.9,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143922885","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"How do electricity TSOs embrace innovation to future-proof their role in the energy transition?","authors":"Andrea Biancardi ,&nbsp;Iain Staffell","doi":"10.1016/j.esr.2025.101746","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esr.2025.101746","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Access to electricity is the lifeblood of modern society. Electricity grids are undergoing transformative changes, driven mainly by decarbonization, decentralization and the integration of variable renewables. Transmission System Operators (TSOs) face increasing pressures from these changes, yet the scale and pace of innovation required to overcome them remain largely unexplored. This study uses interviews with innovation leaders at 11 European TSOs to investigate their approaches to managing the energy transition, focusing on innovation strategies, technology adoption, and future visions. We find that many TSOs adopt decentralized innovation strategies, involving business lines in defining innovation needs and exploring digital and grid technologies to improve efficiency and flexibility. TSOs are using cross-sector collaborations with various decision-making and benchmarking tools to improve performance and better manage emerging technologies like non-wires alternatives. While TSOs seek to adopt new technologies, regulatory constraints, excessive bureaucracy, technology immaturity, skills gaps, and organizational cultural inertia are raised as key barriers. We argue that proactive engagement in innovation, supported by collaboration and regulatory changes could improve TSO resilience and agility. We highlight the importance of integrating innovation into the core strategy of TSOs and the critical need to modernize regulatory frameworks, originally designed for a very different historical context, to eliminate outdated constraints and enable TSOs to more effectively future-proof their organizations.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":11546,"journal":{"name":"Energy Strategy Reviews","volume":"59 ","pages":"Article 101746"},"PeriodicalIF":7.9,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143912338","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Estimating charging infrastructure demand for electric vehicles: a systematic review","authors":"Maria Xylia ,&nbsp;Erik Olsson ,&nbsp;Biljana Macura ,&nbsp;Björn Nykvist","doi":"10.1016/j.esr.2025.101753","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esr.2025.101753","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Establishing robust charging infrastructure is crucial for electric vehicle (EV) adoption. This study addresses the lack of systematic literature reviews examining the global charging infrastructure research landscape with a comprehensive review of English literature published between 2017 and 2023. We screened 12237 records, and analyzed 137 peer-reviewed and 31 grey literature studies. Findings reveal a mean and median public charging demand of 135 and 23 EVs/charger respectively – that is, a much more efficient utilization of chargers than the current public charging global average (10 EVs/charger). The differences are explained by aggregation of charging strategies – fast and super-fast charging can support 5 to 10 times as many vehicles per charger – but also a wide range of assumption used across studies, apparently deviating from actual deployment. We also identify a need for more forward-looking research given evolving technologies and policy ambitions. Further research is necessary for underrepresented regions like Africa and Latin America, and different vehicle types, such as heavy and light-duty commercial vehicles. Recommendations to the research community, policymakers, and practitioners include exploring complementary metrics beyond the widely used EVs/charger and addressing ambiguous charging definitions.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":11546,"journal":{"name":"Energy Strategy Reviews","volume":"59 ","pages":"Article 101753"},"PeriodicalIF":7.9,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143907849","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Advancing renewable energy and green finance for economic growth and ecological resilience","authors":"Birou Wen ,&nbsp;Yu He ,&nbsp;Xiaolan Jing ,&nbsp;Muhammad Haroon","doi":"10.1016/j.esr.2025.101747","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esr.2025.101747","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study examines the impact of green finance (GF) and renewable energy investments (REI) on economic growth and environmental sustainability in the European Union (EU), covering 22 member states from 2000 to 2022. The research aims to assess how these factors contribute to sustainable economic expansion and ecological conservation. Using a comprehensive cross-sectional dataset, key variables such as green finance, renewable energy investment, GDP growth, and CO₂ emissions are analyzed with secondary data from sources including IRENA, Eurostat, and the World Bank. The System Generalized Method of Moments (System GMM) estimator is employed to address endogeneity concerns and ensure robust empirical findings. The results indicate that green finance plays a crucial role in accelerating the transition to sustainable energy, reducing emissions, and promoting economic growth, while investments in renewable energy drive GDP expansion, attract foreign capital, and enhance environmental quality. Additionally, foreign direct investment (FDI) and trade liberalization emerge as key enablers of sustainability, reinforcing the importance of integrating green finance policies with international economic strategies. The study advocates for strengthening regulatory frameworks to expand green financing, incentivize renewable energy investments, and accelerate the adoption of low-carbon technologies. These measures are essential to ensuring long-term economic resilience and environmental sustainability. This research contributes to the growing discourse on sustainable development by providing policy-relevant insights for governments, investors, and international organizations.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":11546,"journal":{"name":"Energy Strategy Reviews","volume":"59 ","pages":"Article 101747"},"PeriodicalIF":7.9,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143917317","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Promoting climate-compatible Approaches: Managing carbon neutrality and evaluating China's energy impact on global economic development","authors":"Yuan Feng ,&nbsp;Muhammad Mohsin","doi":"10.1016/j.esr.2025.101716","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esr.2025.101716","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This research investigates carbon neutrality methods while concentrating on China's aggressive carbon neutrality targets and its renewable energy investment programs. Climate-compatible development serves as a key mechanism which enables economic development alongside sustainable goals. This study analyzes China's carbon neutrality advancement together with the analysis of how the Energy Quota Trading (EQT) program reduces energy transition risks while strengthening energy security. The research analyzes energy system spatial equality and adaptive capacity across multiple Chinese provinces from 2006 to 2020 through a large-scale provincial analysis. The research utilizes a quasi-natural experiment method combined with difference-in-difference analysis to show that energy resilience improved by 4.2 % because of decreased coal usage rates. The research benefits from thorough policy examination combined with interviews of stakeholders and quantitative computational procedures. The analysis calls for international cooperation between different sectors to handle the complex relationship between climate change mitigation and economic progress. The document offers policy recommendations that stakeholders and policymakers can use to improve the effectiveness of sustainable energy management.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":11546,"journal":{"name":"Energy Strategy Reviews","volume":"59 ","pages":"Article 101716"},"PeriodicalIF":7.9,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143932099","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Strategic directions for renewable energy in China: Analyzing the transition from fossil fuels to dirty free technologies","authors":"Enguo Liu ,&nbsp;Hamza E. Albaheth ,&nbsp;Muhammad Aqib Shafiq","doi":"10.1016/j.esr.2025.101711","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esr.2025.101711","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The research examines China's changing energy sector dynamics to provide strategic direction for establishing a balanced, sustainable energy combination. The study examines China's renewable energy market by assessing the potential of renewable technologies, including wind and solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, in relation to conventional fossil fuels. These technologies have revolutionized the power sector, and analysts predict they will completely dominate renewable energy systems due to their ongoing performance developments and cost decreases that follow learning curve modeling. The ongoing use of coal-fired electricity exists alongside rapid solar PV technological progress, which shows that renewable energy sources will dominate fossil fuels in the coming years. The research uses multiple information sources from industry experts and official records to reveal the various difficulties that China faces during its renewable energy transition. The study provides important strategic policy recommendations by examining wind, solar, hydro, and biomass energy, which help establish energy security and economic strength alongside environmental sustainability goals. This paper delivers practical guidance to investors pol,icymakers, and industry stakeholders through its innovative approach as they manage the developing renewable energy landscape in China.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":11546,"journal":{"name":"Energy Strategy Reviews","volume":"59 ","pages":"Article 101711"},"PeriodicalIF":7.9,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143891844","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Synergetic evolution of energy-economy-environment-society system: A case study of Chengdu-Chongqing urban agglomeration, China","authors":"Min An,&nbsp;Wei Xu,&nbsp;Xiaoyan Wang,&nbsp;Weijun He,&nbsp;Xue Fang,&nbsp;Mengfei Song,&nbsp;Bei Wang","doi":"10.1016/j.esr.2025.101755","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esr.2025.101755","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>With the growing pressure of energy and environment accelerated by rapid economic development, the contradiction and imbalance among them and society are extremely remarkable. To balance the conflicts among energy, economy, environment and society for all-round coordinated development. This paper uses the statistical and nighttime light data of Chengdu-Chongqing urban agglomeration (CCUA) from years 2006–2020. Firstly, this article constructed a more extensive evaluation indicator system to consider energy consumption, economic development, environmental protection and social stability. Secondly, Haken model was applied to the system level to provide a better evaluation of the energy-economy-environment-society (3E+S) system. Finally, interactive factors affecting the synergistic evolution was explored by using Geo detector. The results express that: (1) The order parameter explains how the state transition occurs at the critical point of the system, which is the dominant factor in the evolution. In 3E+S system, the order parameter changed from energy subsystem to society subsystem in 2013. (2) From 2006 to 2020, the synergy score fluctuated up and down in the range of 0.455–0.599. The synergy evolution of CCUA showed a development trend with a dual-core characteristic that Chongqing and Chengdu are the central. (3) The implication of two-factor interaction on synergetic evolution of the 3E+S system became more significant than that of single factor. It is anticipated that the research findings in this paper will serve as significant references for achieving harmonious development and sustainable development of energy, economy, environment, and society.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":11546,"journal":{"name":"Energy Strategy Reviews","volume":"59 ","pages":"Article 101755"},"PeriodicalIF":7.9,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143922884","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}