Re-thinking Energy Security: An inter-paradigmatic debate

    Research output: Working paper

    Abstract

    Mainstream discourse on energy security is premised upon the assumption of infinite growth. It hence focuses upon the economic, political, and security aspects of energy security. Consequently, it fails to provide satisfactory answers to the global environmental, energy, economic, geopolitical, and developmental challenges. An alternative paradigm is for this reason in demand. Ecological economics makes a strong case for disentangling prosperity from growth and studies how a substantial retreat of energy consumption is not only feasible, but will also efficiently address the sustainability challenge and enhance overall energy security. It also suggests how it can alleviate geopolitical and developmental tensions. Ultimately, the paper poses the fundamental question of how valid our assumptions are to lead us into a better, and sustainable, future.
    Original languageEnglish
    PublisherELIAMEP
    Pages1-21
    Number of pages21
    Publication statusPublished - Feb 2015

    Keywords

    • Energy security
    • ecological economics
    • sustainability

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