A Participatory MCDA Approach to Energy Transition Policy Formation

Danielson, Mats; Ekenberg, Love; Komendantova, Nadejda; Al‐Salaymeh, Ahmed; Marashdeh, Leena

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“…Through the prism of the neo-institutional framework, Jordan's initiatives, particularly the JREEEF and regulatory reforms, exemplify the nuanced interplay between formal regulatory measures and the mobilization of social capital, setting a precedent for achieving sustainable energy outcomes. This balanced approach, reinforced by the inclusive inclusion of diverse stakeholders and emphasis on societal engagement, provides actionable insights for realizing sustainable energy outcomes, as evidenced by the contributions of Jaber et al [80], Burns [81], Alkhalidi et al [82], Jaradat et al [84], Danielson et al [85], and Khalid and Razem [86], thereby illustrating the effectiveness of governance in facilitating Jordan's energy transition.…”

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“…Inspired by global best practices, feed-in tariffs, tax benefits, and risk-sharing frameworks can significantly reduce barriers to market entry. Jordan's Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Fund is an example of how strategic financial instruments can enhance the attractiveness of the sector [80,81,85].…”

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“…Energy equity is essential to ensure universal access to affordable, reliable and sustainable energy. Jordan's initiative through the Jordan Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Fund (JREEEF) is an example of a successful model for improving financial access to renewable energy projects [80,81,83,85], addressing both affordability and accessibility. The Noor Ouarzazate Solar Complex in Morocco also demonstrates how renewable energy projects can strengthen national energy security and provide economic benefits to local communities [48,50].…”

Section: Integrating Equity and Sustainability In The Energy Transitionmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Overcoming Barriers to Energy Transition in the MENA Region: New Institutional Dynamics

Khaled,

Dahmani,

Ben Youssef

2024

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The transition to sustainable energy systems in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region addresses critical challenges of environmental protection, energy security, and socio-economic resilience. Using neo-institutional theory, this paper examines the intricate relationship between formal and informal institutions and their significant impact on the region’s energy transition. Despite the MENA region’s abundant renewable energy resources, numerous institutional barriers, such as governance inefficiencies, regulatory inconsistencies, and entrenched socio-cultural norms, significantly hinder this transition. Through a review of existing literature, this study presents a comprehensive analytical framework designed to overcome these barriers, with a focus on the Just and Sustainable Energy Transition model. This strategic model emphasizes equity, sustainability, and inclusive governance as pillars for reform. The study offers detailed recommendations for institutional change and underscores the importance of collaborative efforts among governments, industry stakeholders, and international partners to unlock the MENA region’s renewable energy potential, advance global sustainability goals, and ensure a more secure and resilient energy future.

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Ben Youssef

2024

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“…Not least in emergencies, a broader decision-making process could ensure that the responsibility for the outcomes is distributed among several actors, thus lowering the political costs. Stakeholder consultations should preferably be structured using models from the area of decision analysis to elicit preference structures and gather preferential data from several stakeholders [46].…”

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A Multicriteria Approach to Modelling Pandemic Response under Strong Uncertainty: A Case Study in Jordan

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In responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, evidence-based policymaking and risk mitigation have been confronted with limited decision-making mechanisms under conditions of increased uncertainty. Such methods are particularly called for in contexts where reliable data to a large extent are missing and where the chosen policy would impact a variety of sectors. In this paper, we present an application of an integrated decision-making framework under ambiguity on how to contain the COVID-19 virus spread from a national policy point of view. The framework was applied in Jordan and considered both local epidemiologic and socioeconomic estimates in a multistakeholder multicriteria context. In particular, the cocreation process for eliciting attitudes, perceptions, and preferences amongst relevant stakeholder groups has often been missing from policy response to the pandemic, even though the containment measures’ efficiency largely depends on their acceptance by the impacted groups. For this, there exist several methods attempting to elicit criteria weights, values, and probabilities ranging from direct rating and point allocation methods to more elaborated ones. To facilitate the elicitation, some of the approaches utilise elicitation methods whereby prospects are ranked using ordinal importance information, while others use cardinal information. Methods are sometimes assessed in case studies or more formally by utilising systematic simulations. Furthermore, the treatment of corresponding methods for the handling of the alternative’s values has sometimes been neglected. We demonstrate in our paper an approach for cardinal ranking in policy decision making in combination with imprecise or incomplete information concerning probabilities, weights, and consequences or alternative values. The results of our cocreation process are aggregated in the evaluation of alternative mitigation measures for Jordan, showcasing how a multistakeholder multicriteria decision mechanism can be employed in current or future challenges of pandemic situations, to facilitate management and mitigation of similar crises in the future, in any region.

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“…Many studies have highlighted the potential of various renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal to meet China's energy demand and contribute to its long-term sustainable development goals. However, the evaluation of the efficiency of different alternative energy sources is complex and requires consideration of multiple criteria [14,15], including cost, efficiency, environmental impact, scalability, and reliability. Additionally, the availability and suitability of alternative energy sources vary based on location and other contextual factors.…”

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Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis for Evaluating the Effectiveness of Alternative Energy Sources in China

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The transition to renewable energy sources is crucial for mitigating the impacts of climate change and achieving sustainable development goals. In China, the rapid industrialization and urbanization have led to an increasing demand for energy, highlighting the urgent need to transition to alternative energy sources. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of alternative energy sources in China, considering multiple criteria such as cost, environmental impact, energy output, reliability, and scalability. We employed a Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA) approach to compare and rank different energy sources based on these criteria. Our findings indicate that wind energy is the most effective alternative energy source overall due to its relatively low cost, high efficiency, moderate environmental impact, good scalability, and high reliability. However, geothermal energy had the lowest levelized cost of electricity (LCOE), while hydro energy performed well in terms of efficiency and reliability. The environmental impact of wind energy was found to be moderate but still less severe compared to other energy sources. Our study provides important insights into the trade-offs and considerations that policymakers and industry leaders must make when selecting which energy sources to prioritize. The findings highlight the need for a comprehensive and integrated approach to energy policy that balances economic, environmental, and social considerations. In conclusion, this study contributes to the literature by emphasizing the importance of considering multiple criteria when evaluating alternative energy sources. Our findings can inform policy decisions regarding the development of a sustainable and reliable energy mix in China, and have important implications for other countries seeking to transition to renewable energy sources.

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A Participatory MCDA Approach to Energy Transition Policy Formation

Cited by 3 publications

References 18 publications

Overcoming Barriers to Energy Transition in the MENA Region: New Institutional Dynamics

Overcoming Barriers to Energy Transition in the MENA Region: New Institutional Dynamics

A Multicriteria Approach to Modelling Pandemic Response under Strong Uncertainty: A Case Study in Jordan

Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis for Evaluating the Effectiveness of Alternative Energy Sources in China

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