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Cutting-Edge Research in Energy Economics: Theories and Applications

A special issue of Energies (ISSN 1996-1073). This special issue belongs to the section "C: Energy Economics and Policy".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 February 2025 | Viewed by 1330

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Interests: energy economics; environment economics; applied econometrics; sustainable development

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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

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Keywords

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

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The Impact of Oil Price on Carbon Dioxide Emissions in the Transport Sector: The Threshold Effect of Environmental Policy Stringency
by Xingong Ding and Mengzhen Wang
Energies 2024, 17(17), 4496; https://doi.org/10.3390/en17174496 - 7 Sep 2024
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Carbon dioxide emissions from the transport sector make a significant contribution to global greenhouse gases, and understanding the factors that influence these emissions is beneficial for devising effective emission reduction policies. Oil prices are an important influencing factor since the fuel used in [...] Read more.
Carbon dioxide emissions from the transport sector make a significant contribution to global greenhouse gases, and understanding the factors that influence these emissions is beneficial for devising effective emission reduction policies. Oil prices are an important influencing factor since the fuel used in the transport sector is primarily based on oil, and fluctuations in oil prices directly impact the sector’s CO2 emissions. Additionally, environmental policies, as a key means of controlling CO2 emissions, can affect the relationship between oil prices and CO2 emissions in the transport sector. Therefore, this study aims to examine the impact of oil prices on CO2 emissions in the transport sector and explore the nonlinear role of environmental policy stringency in this relationship. Based on data from 27 OECD member countries and 6 non-member countries from 1990 to 2019, we used the environmental policy stringency index as a threshold variable to construct a panel threshold regression model. The analysis results indicate a double-threshold effect: when the environmental policy stringency index is low, the impact of oil prices on CO2 emissions in the transport sector is not significant. However, when the index reaches the first threshold, the impact of oil prices significantly increases; upon reaching the second threshold, the effect is further intensified. This paper also analyzes the three subindicators—market-based policies, non-market-based policies, and technology support policies—to clarify the distinct impact mechanisms of different types of environmental policies. Finally, based on the research findings, we propose policy recommendations to achieve carbon dioxide emission reduction targets in the transport sector. Full article
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