Economic Implications of the Global Transition to Sustainable Energy: Challenges and Opportunities

The transition to sustainable energy systems represents a pivotal shift in global energy policies, with profound economic implications. This transition is driven by the urgent need to address climate change, enhance energy security, and foster economic development. However, the economic dynamics of this shift are complex, involving a wide range of factors including investment flows, market structures, policy instruments, and socio-economic impacts. Understanding these economic implications is crucial for policymakers, investors, and stakeholders to make informed decisions that facilitate a smooth and equitable transition to sustainable energy.



This Research Topic seeks to explore the multifaceted economic aspects of the global transition to sustainable energy. It aims to provide a comprehensive examination of the economic challenges and opportunities presented by this transition, including the effectiveness of policy measures, the role of technological innovation, and the impact on labor markets and social equity. The goal is to gather insights that can guide economic policy and investment strategies towards achieving sustainable energy goals.



We invite submissions on a wide range of topics related to the economics of sustainable energy, including but not limited to:

• Economic modeling and cost-benefit analysis of renewable energy technologies.

• The impact of policy instruments (e.g., subsidies, taxes, regulations) on renewable energy adoption.

• Financing mechanisms for sustainable energy projects and green finance.

• Market dynamics and investment trends in the renewable energy sector.

• Socio-economic benefits and challenges of the energy transition, including employment, energy access, and social equity.

• Comparative analyses of the economic impacts of renewable energy across different regions and countries.

• Geopolitical risks and energy markets: Analyzing the impact of geopolitical events, particularly those following the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump, on global energy dynamics.

• The role of international cooperation and trade policies in shaping the global sustainable energy landscape.

Article types and fees

This Research Topic accepts the following article types, unless otherwise specified in the Research Topic description:

• Brief Research Report
• Data Report
• Editorial
• FAIR² Data
• General Commentary
• Hypothesis and Theory
• Methods
• Mini Review
• Opinion
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Article types

This Research Topic accepts the following article types, unless otherwise specified in the Research Topic description:

• Brief Research Report
• Data Report
• Editorial
• FAIR² Data
• General Commentary
• Hypothesis and Theory
• Methods
• Mini Review
• Opinion
• Original Research
• Perspective
• Policy and Practice Reviews
• Policy Brief
• Review
• Technology and Code

Keywords: Sustainable Energy, Economic Implications, Policy Instruments, Technological Innovation

Important note: All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.