Sustainable Innovation and Energy Transformation Toward Regional Economy Development
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Energy Sustainability".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2026 | Viewed by 226
Special Issue Editors
Interests: environmental studies; development studies; sustainability; ecological economy and regional sustainable development; anti-poverty studies; energy policy and climate change
Interests: ecological economy; regional sustainable development
Interests: green economy; regional economy; industrial economy; rural economy; platform economy; technical economics and management
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The global energy landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by the urgent need to mitigate climate change, enhance energy security, and promote sustainable development. The energy transition, characterized by the shift from fossil fuel-based energy systems to renewable and low-carbon alternatives, is not only a technical and environmental challenge but also a critical factor influencing regional economic development.
At the same time, sustainable innovation has emerged as a key driver in achieving economic growth while minimizing negative environmental and social impacts. Innovations in energy technologies, business models, and policy frameworks are reshaping industries, creating new employment opportunities, and fostering competitive advantages for regions that embrace them.
This Special Issue aims to explore the intricate relationships between the energy transition, sustainable innovation, and regional economic development. We invite scholars, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners from diverse disciplines to contribute original research articles, reviews, and case studies that shed light on the opportunities, challenges, and best practices associated with leveraging the energy transition and sustainable innovation for regional economic prosperity. Research areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Renewable energy integration;
- Decarbonization strategies;
- Energy storage solutions;
- Energy market dynamics;
- Technological breakthroughs;
- Circular economy models;
- Innovation ecosystems;
- Socio-economic impacts;
- Regional policies and governance;
- Urban and rural development;
- Industry transformation;
- Cross-border collaboration.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Prof. Dr. Fang Su
Prof. Dr. Haiyang Shang
Dr. Jiangbo Chang
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- energy
- energy transformation
- sustainable innovation
- regional economy development
- sustainable development
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