Abstract
The “ecosystem perspective” seems to be gaining importance in energy research. This paper offers a systematic review of 98 articles to shed light on the burgeoning interest in the “energy ecosystems” perspective. The growth in energy ecosystems research stems from several factors: the integration of approaches that connect energy flows with ecological concepts, the inclusion of emerging technologies and socio-technical nuances, and a significant uptick in academic publications over recent years. Our review identifies four pivotal trends shaping the energy ecosystems discourse: “industrial ecology and sustainable development,” “energy transition and socioeconomic evolution,” “business and innovation ecosystems in energy,” “distributed energy systems, smart grid innovations, and associated policy-regulation dynamics.” These trends underscore a pronounced emphasis on energy efficiency in the pertinent literature. Looking ahead, there’s a case for adopting a comprehensive macro-meso-micro framework, with a particular spotlight on the intricate roles of individual energy firms within these ecosystems.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 249 |
Number of pages | 266 |
Journal | International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy |
Volume | 15 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 22 Dec 2024 |
Keywords
- Energy Ecosystem
- Systematic Literature Review
- Macro-Meso-Micro Framework
- Industrial Ecology
- Energy Transition
- Distributed Energy Systems