The role of energy justice in achieving sustainable development in the world’s countries

Mohammadhashem Jasbi, Hoda

doi:10.22059/jcountst.2025.396511.1299

The role of energy justice in achieving sustainable development in the world’s countries

Document Type : Original

Author

Hoda Mohammadhashem Jasbi

Department of Business Creation, Faculty of Entrepreneurship, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran.

10.22059/jcountst.2025.396511.1299

Abstract

Achieving sustainable development is one of the most important concerns of human societies in the 21st century. In this context, energy justice, as a key component of sustainable development, plays a vital role in ensuring equal, efficient, and sustainable access to energy resources. Considering the significant disparities in energy distribution and consumption among different countries worldwide, examining the role of energy justice in achieving sustainable development appears essential. Utilizing a Space Matrix and Software R, this study investigates the status of energy justice and its relationship with sustainable development indicators in various countries. Data related to energy and sustainable development indicators were collected from reliable international sources and analyzed using comparative and spatial matrices. The study’s results show that nations exhibiting greater energy justice tend to achieve better sustainable development outcomes across environmental, economic, and social aspects. Additionally, spatial analysis of energy justice distribution worldwide uncovers clear geographic patterns, emphasizing regional inequalities and underscoring the necessity for focused policy interventions in energy-deficient regions. The findings of this research highlight the critical role of advancing energy justice as a key approach to attaining sustainable development objectives worldwide. It is advised that decision-makers, both nationally and internationally, implement thorough energy justice initiatives aimed at enhancing energy access, efficiency, and sustainability, ultimately supporting sustainable development across nations.

Keywords

Main Subjects

Economics

حوزة موضوعی: کشورهای جهان

Scope: World’s Countries

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