Cutting-Edge Research in Energy Economics: Theories and Applications

Dear Colleagues,

The global energy landscape is undergoing a profound transformation driven by technological advancements, evolving policy frameworks, and shifting societal preferences. As nations strive to meet the growing energy demand while mitigating the adverse impacts of climate change, the role of energy economics has never been more crucial. Energy economics serves as the nexus where economic principles intersect with energy production, distribution, consumption, and environmental considerations, providing insights that are indispensable for guiding policy decisions, informing investment strategies, and fostering sustainable development.

In recent years, the discourse surrounding energy economics has expanded beyond traditional concerns of supply and demand dynamics to encompass a broader array of interdisciplinary issues. It includes the integration of renewable energy sources, the electrification of transportation, the decarbonization of industrial processes, and the emergence of decentralized energy systems. Moreover, the imperative to address energy poverty, enhance energy access, and promote social equity has underscored the need for a more holistic and inclusive approach to energy economics.

Against this backdrop, this Special Issue seeks to showcase cutting-edge research that pushes the boundaries of our understanding of energy economics. By delving into both theoretical frameworks and empirical analyses, we aim to provide a comprehensive overview of the current state of the art in the field and chart a course for future research directions. Through a combination of rigorous academic inquiry and real-world applications, we endeavor to bridge the gap between theory and practice, offering insights that resonate with policymakers, industry stakeholders, and academic scholars alike.

Aims and scope:

• Economic modeling and analysis of energy markets and systems.
• Policy evaluation and impact assessment in the energy sector.
• Technological innovations and their economic implications for energy production, distribution, and consumption.
• Energy transition strategies and their socioeconomic ramifications.
• Environmental sustainability and the economics of renewable energy integration.
• Energy pricing mechanisms, market design, and regulation.
• Energy poverty, access, and equity considerations.

We welcome original research articles, review papers, and case studies that contribute novel insights to the field of energy economics and offer practical implications for policymakers, industry practitioners, and researchers alike.

Dr. Bahareh Oryani
Guest Editor

Manuscript Submission Information

Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 100 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for announcement on this website.

Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Energies is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2600 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

• energy economics
• energy modeling
• energy policy
• energy pricing
• energy poverty