The International Journal on Green Growth and Development
- Frequency:2 issues a year
- ISSN: 2349-1892
- Online ISSN: 2393-9567
- Subscription Price: Open Access
Journal Details
The International Journal on Green Growth and Development is an effort to stir a debate around emerging “green” concepts and development. The publication aims at building knowledge through stakeholder engagement on policy-relevant issues to understand the many facets of green growth and development. It is a step towards a forward-looking knowledge process for new opportunities linked with growth and sustainable development. The journal showcases new research through peer reviewed articles, opinions, and innovative practices.
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Contributions for subsequent issue will be based on invitation only by editors/ guest editors since the Journal is now thematic.
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Article(s)
Sherab Jamtsho : Sherab Jamtsho is an energy consultant who worked as a project manager for the Bhutan energy efficiency baseline study and energy efficiency for building sectors in Bhutan. Email: sherab.jamtsho@gmail.com
Abstract
In terms of Bhutan’s energy trade, while the country exports clean energy, the country imports fossil fuels. On the demand side, transport and industry sectors are the major consumers of energy in Bhutan constituting together more than 80% of the total energy consumed in the country. On a seasonal basis, power generation in the summer months is more than four times the winter generation, whereas the power demanded is the maximum during the winter. There is also a gradual increase in annual domestic power demand in the recent years, necessitating import of power from India during the lean season. The paper first presents the gaps in the energy situation of Bhutan and then identifies the energy efficiency saving potentials in the transport, industry and buildings sector. The objective is to identify areas and suggests measures where energy savings can be achieved through regulatory, financial and technical approaches.
Commentary
Rumbidzai Faith Masawi : Rumbidzai Faith Masawi is Research Fellow, The Energy and Resources Institute, New Delhi. Email: rumbidzai.masawi@teri.res.in
Abstract
The past decade has seen African economies registering headline gross domestic product growth rate. Will GDP growth lift Africa’s bottom pyramid populace which is a majority of its citizens? Even more, will GDP growth effectively contain the risks imposed by climate change? The paper observes that too many of Africa’s citizens remain ensnared in poverty despite the du jour GDP growth. African countries are also the most vulnerable to climate risk in terms of adaptation and disaster preparedness. The article argues that Africa’s growth remains fleeting and fragile as long as the continent endures adverse assimilation in global trade, finance, and multi-lateral systems. Relatedly, possible revenue from Africa’s vast natural resources is lost to various forms of tax evasion and corruption within the extractive industry. The status quo holds mainly because African ruling and managerial elites have partnered capital.
Policy Showcase
K A P Sinha : K A P Sinha is Secretary to Government of Punjab, Department of Science, Technology & Environment, Chandigarh. Email: kapsinha@gmail.com
Neelima Jerath : Neelima Jerath is Executive Director, Punjab State Council for Science & Technology, Chandigarh. Email: neelimakj@yahoo.co.uk
Shailly Kedia : Shailly Kedia is Fellow, The Energy and Resources Institute, New Delhi. Email: shailly.kedia@teri.res.in
Satnam Singh Ladhar : Satnam Singh Ladhar is Additional Director (Environment), Punjab State Council for Science & Technology, Chandigarh. Email: ssladhar@yahoo.com
Rinki Jain : Rinki Jain is Associate Fellow, The Energy and Resources Institute, New Delhi. Email: rinki.jain@teri.res.in
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G Ananda Vadivelu : G Ananda Vadivelu is Associate Fellow, The Energy and Resources Institute, New Delhi. Email: gananda.vadivelu@teri.res.in
Abstract
Preparing green budget statements can be an opportunity to encourage proactive mindsets among government departments regarding environmental sustainability while engaging in a key decision-making process which is annual budget formulation. With support from the Department of Science, Technology & Environment, the Punjab State Council on Science and Technology along with The Energy and Resources Institute, initiated a knowledge process for initiating thinking around green budgeting in the state of Punjab.
Malik Amin Aslam Khan : Malik Amin Aslam Khan is Central Vice President / Member Core Committee, Pakistan Tehreeke-Insaaf; Global Vice President – International Union for Conservation of Nature; Former Minister of State (Environment); Chairman, Green Growth Initiative-Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Email: amin.attock@gmail.com
Abstract
Pakistan’s Tehreek-e-Insaaf took the initiative of politically conceptualizing the notion of a green growth in Pakistan. This was based upon a philosophical premise that for the successful implementation of any “green” agenda, it has to be politically owned and passionately driven. To operationalize the promised vision on environmental sustainability and development, the “Green Growth Initiative” was launched and is currently underway in the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Knowledge Showcase
Janet L Sawin : Lead Author, Sunna Research and Worldwatch Institute. Email: janet.sawin@ren21.net Rana Adib : Research Coordinator, REN21. Email: rana.adib@ren21.ne Christine Lins : Executive Secretary, REN21. Email: christine.lins@ren21.net And Laura E Williamson : Communication and Outreach Manager, REN21. Email: laura.williamson@ren21.net
Abstract
First released in 2005, the Annual Renewables Global Status Report by REN21 provides a comprehensive and timely overview of renewable energy markets, industries, investments, and policy developments worldwide. It enables policymakers, industry, investors, and civil society to make informed decisions. The report covers recent developments, current status, and key trends on all renewable technologies and end-use sectors. This article is a knowledge showcase of the periodic report of REN21.
Green from the Grassroots
Atul Sathe : Atul Sathe is Manager-Communications at Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS- India). Email: atulsathe@yahoo.com
Abstract
From the ancient Vedic times to the present day rural hinterland, sustainable lifestyles have been the norm in India. These practices have been rooted in the philosophy of ‘live and let live’. The Konkan case study brings out the importance of eco-friendly way of life.
John Holmes : John Holmes is Co-leader, Smart Villages Initiative and is Senior Research Fellow, University of Oxford. Email: jholmes2@btinternet.com
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Meredith Thomas : Meredith Thomas is Communications Officer, Smart Villages Initiative. Email: meredith@e4sv.org
Abstract
The ‘smart village’ is a model in which, energy access acts as a catalyst for a range of development outcomes. If managed correctly, technology ‘leapfrogging’ could lead to rapid improvements in healthcare, nutrition, education, and economic security. Villagers could thus have the opportunity to capture many of the benefits of urban life while retaining valued aspects of rural life, and ensuring balanced development at a national level.
Lasya Gopal : Lasya Gopal is Fellow, Social Transformation Division, The Energy and Resources Institute. Email: lasya.gopal@teri.res.in
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Swaroop Rao : Swaroop Rao is a post-graduate student in Energy Technologies Studies in Karlsruhe Institute of Technology in Germany. Email: raul.swaroop@gmail.com
Abstract
Lighting a Billion Lives (LaBL) is an initiative by The Energy and Resources Institute. LaBL aims to promote clean and affordable energy in India and worldwide especially in rural areas. This is article is based on a techno-social impact assessment of fourteen LaBL stations in Karnataka to understand the social impact of the programme on village entrepreneurs and beneficiaries. The assessment delved to find out the extent of such impact on various aspects of daily life like livelihood, education, health, and safety. Apart from the direct benefits, there have been many indirect benefits as is evident and LaBL has touched various facets of routine life in the rural villages.
Greening Businesses
Aparna Vashisht : Aparna Vashisht is Research Associate, Green Growth and Resource Efficiency Division, The Energy and Resources Institute. Email: aparna.vashisht@teri.res.in
Rinki Jain : Rinki Jain is Associate Fellow, Green Growth and Resource Efficiency Division, The Energy and Resources Institute. Email: rinki.jain@teri.res.in
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Chinmay Kinjavdekar : Chinmay Kinjavdekar is Research Associate, Energy Environment Technology Development Division, The Energy and Resources Institute. Email: chinmay.kinjavdekar@teri.res.in
Abstract
Mahindra Sanyo Special Steel Private Limited has applied a sustainability framework. Recently, life cycle assessment for its 23 products was undertaken to assess their environmental impacts. The company has established energy consumption norms for all processes and conduct regular energy audits. A ten per cent reduction has been observed in specific electricity consumption in 2013–14 over 2010–11.
Book Review
R K Batra : Mr R K Batra is Distinguished Fellow, The Energy and Resources Institute, New Delhi. Email: rkbatra@teri.res.in
Abstract
The International Energy Agency, representing 28 member countries, has brought out a book titled Golden Rules for a Golden Age of Gas. This is a timely publication because it not only highlights the increasing role that natural gas will play in the global energy space but also argues that this will be possible only if the world’s vast resources of unconventional gas can be developed profitably and in an environmentally acceptable manner.
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