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2019 | Book

Introduction: Towards a Novel Conceptualisation of Energy Security Read chapter Read first chapter

Energy Security

Policy Challenges and Solutions for Resource Efficiency

Editors: Dr. Nikolai Mouraviev, Dr. Anastasia Koulouri

Publisher: Springer International Publishing

Part of: Springer Professional "Wirtschaft+Technik" , Springer Professional "Technik"

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About this book

This book discusses energy policy within the framework of the expansion of renewable energy sources (RES) and increasing resource use efficiency. In this book, the term ‘resource efficiency’ is defined as deriving the most value from resource inputs related to energy production, while incorporating energy efficiency.
The authors highlight the drivers, policy approaches, governance issues and management problems related to the reduction of dependency on fossil fuels by focusing on RES and resource efficiency. Mouraviev and Koulori argue that enhancing energy security requires a new approach, integrating two core components: the emphasis on increasing energy production from renewable sources and resource use efficiency, which forms a contrast to the traditional understanding of energy security as security of supply. Blending theory with practice using several case studies, this original book provides a novel conceptualisation of energy security that will be of interest and value to practitioners and policy makers as well as scholars and researchers.

Table of Contents

Frontmatter
Chapter 1. Introduction: Towards a Novel Conceptualisation of Energy Security
Abstract
This chapter provides a brief overview of the edited collection, showing a range of critical questions that the book aims to address. It explains the need for this book and then emphasises its general purpose, i.e. to investigate the enablers, policy approaches, governance issues and management problems related to the reduction of dependency on fossil fuels and to highlight the experience of selected nations in implementing resource efficiency programmes. The Introduction shows why a novel approach to energy security, with focus on renewables and resource efficiency, applies equally to resource-rich and resource-poor economies. It explains how the blend of chapters (conceptual plus practice-oriented) reinforces the book’s main argument and elucidates the book’s structure.
Nikolai Mouraviev, Anastasia Koulouri

Energy Security: Trends and Policy Challenges

Frontmatter
Chapter 2. Energy Security Through the Lens of Renewable Energy Sources and Resource Efficiency
Abstract
This chapter provides an overview of the genesis and transformation of the notion of energy security over time, outlines the prevailing shifts in patterns and concepts of energy security in the twenty-first century, and discusses attempts to conceptualise energy security. It also offers a novel conceptualisation of energy security and compares available approaches with the proposed concept. The chapter defines energy security as sustainable use of renewable energy sources (RES), which means the purposeful and ever-increasing utilisation of renewable sources for the production of power, and a corresponding decrease in reliance on non-renewable sources, complemented by resource efficiency programmes. The chapter emphasises the need for effective governance, focusing on ensuring long-term economic, social and environmental sustainability.
Anastasia Koulouri, Nikolai Mouraviev
Chapter 3. Increasing Utilisation of Renewable Energy Sources: Comparative Analysis of Scenarios Until 2050
Abstract
This chapter examines the relationship between the development of renewable energy technology and energy security by assessing a range of scenarios at the global, regional and sectoral levels. It provides insights into the future energy consumption and supply mix, and the rate at which certain natural resources may be depleted. It discusses the forecast for technological development that supports the increasing power generation from renewable sources, highlights scenarios of energy-related emissions to the atmosphere and analyses how energy prices might respond to the changing economic and technological conditions. Under certain conditions, it is likely that scenarios forecasting a significant increase in the volume of renewable energy will materialise. However, the core requirement is extensive government involvement in the promotion of renewable energy technologies.
Marat Karatayev, Galiya Movkebayeva, Zhibek Bimagambetova
Chapter 4. Enabling Green Energy Production: Implementing Policy by Using Public–Private Collaboration
Abstract
This chapter investigates the role that public–private partnerships (PPPs) could play in the promotion of renewable energy, for example by building wind energy plants or solar energy facilities. The discussion focuses on whether PPPs, as a policy instrument, could be effectively used for the sustainable production of power from renewables. The chapter draws on data from Kazakhstan–a resource-rich economy in Central Asia–to investigate how policy on green energy could be effectively served by PPPs as a policy implementation instrument. The chapter concludes that PPPs should be viewed not merely as builders and operators of power stations, but also as a means to contribute to sustainability through job creation, income generation and reduction of the nation’s dependency on fossil fuels.
Nikolai Mouraviev, Anastasia Koulouri
Chapter 5. Barriers to Energy Security in Australia: The Electricity Sector Governance and the Need for Change
Abstract
This chapter explores the rapidly changing electricity sector governance in Australia’s National Electricity Market (NEM). In the coming years, Australia’s electricity sector faces major transformational change from the twin challenges of securing affordable electricity supply whilst simultaneously reducing greenhouse gas emissions. While the system is becoming more decentralised and governance becomes increasingly ineffective, this situation is compounded by the marketisation and agencification, i.e. the transfer of responsibility to statutory bodies. The chapter discusses the impact of recent changes in the sector on governance and identifies areas where coherent and adaptive governance reforms were implemented successfully, and other areas where inertia and rigidity are the norm. Changes to the sector’s governance are proposed to ensure significant increase in the utilisation of renewable energy sources.
Carl Tidemann
Chapter 6. Ukraine’s Energy Security in the New Geopolitical Context
Abstract
Due to its role of a transit country for transporting Russian gas to the European Union through its territory, as a well large deposits of coal and natural gas, Ukraine, via its energy policy, has considerable impact on the neighbouring EU nations. The conflict with Russia, which began in 2014, has had a significant impact on the Ukraine’s energy sector. Ukraine aims to reduce its dependence from power supplied by Russia by increasing energy efficiency, diversifying energy sources and adjusting its energy market regulations in order to comply with the EU standards. The nation also aims to make sufficient strategic energy reserves and protect critical energy infrastructure. As Ukraine has the most carbon-intensive economy in Europe and often fails to comply with international requirements, Ukraine’s energy policy shifts to incorporate the environmental component of energy security. Ukraine has chosen the European model and makes efforts to implement the EU environmental laws and obligations in the national legislation.
Inna Kostrytska

Solutions for Resource Efficiency: Case Studies

Frontmatter
Chapter 7. Energy Resource Efficiency in the EU: Major Legislative Initiatives
Abstract
This chapter outlines the key priority areas in the context of energy efficiency in the EU and discusses the relevant legal instruments. It analyses the performance of the EU Member States (MS) against the set benchmarks within the context of the 2011 Roadmap to a Resource Efficient Europe, a key EU policy document. The chapter identifies the areas that lack progress to date and focuses on integrated, rather than isolated, policy decisions and implementation. Firstly, substantial investment in efficiency and capacity building (for renewable energy generation) is necessary. Secondly, energy interconnections and transfer hubs and networks within and outside the EU are necessary for the MS to benefit from each other’s conditions, such as varying supply and demand, and advantages.
Umut Turksen
Chapter 8. The Success of the South West of the UK in Renewable Energy Generation: Benefits, Challenges and Implications for Other Regions
Abstract
The south west of the UK is widely recognised as a regional leader in the extent and range of its use of renewable energy and in resource efficiency. In this region, more than a fifth of all UK renewables’ projects are being implemented, while solar, wind, wave and bio energy are well developed for both commercial and domestic use. The chapter discusses the governance arrangements in local and community-scale renewables that bring benefits to the region in the form of greater energy security, job creation and higher incomes. It provides insights into how the regional characteristics enable the extensive adoption of multiple forms of renewable energy and highlights the features of a collaborative approach employed by the local and regional authorities that support these activities.
Alison Ashby
Chapter 9. Local Government Programmes for Energy-Efficient Solutions: Procurement Options and Governance Challenges in Street-Lighting Renovation
Abstract
This chapter analyses how different financing approaches to energy efficiency projects contribute to public policy on street-lighting renovation. The criteria for calculating the economically most favourable bid vary and local authorities are free to set them on their own. By highlighting what criteria are used most often and why, the chapter investigates what models of street-lighting renovation are preferred by local authorities and which models the private sector tends to choose. The chapter also compares and contrasts several financing approaches of these programmes including the ESCO model, public–private partnerships, loans and grants. Using the experience of Croatia, the chapter sheds light on the public procurement process for the local-level energy efficiency programmes. It further identifies governance challenges and solutions available to local authorities.
Mihaela Grubišić Šeba

Conclusion

Frontmatter
Chapter 10. Renewable Energy and Resource Efficiency: Governance Is Key
Abstract
This chapter draws insights into the nature of energy security by emphasising its contextual, dynamic, multidimensional and polysemic features. It then identifies critical questions requiring further investigation (e.g. about the trade-offs involved in using the emergent twenty-first century energy security paradigm). The chapter argues that the value of the proposed novel model of energy security is in its ability to transform the energy sector and ensure sustainability. The sustainability approach is useful as it accommodates critical perspectives on energy security (ever-increasing utilisation of renewables, complemented by continuous improvements in efficiency and energy efficiency), which forms the governance’ focus. Future research opportunities (energy security as value to society, community mobilisation) are also identified.
Nikolai Mouraviev, Anastasia Koulouri
Backmatter
Metadata
Title
Energy Security
Editors
Dr. Nikolai Mouraviev
Dr. Anastasia Koulouri
Copyright Year
2019
Electronic ISBN
978-3-030-01033-1
Print ISBN
978-3-030-01032-4
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-01033-1