Abstract
The transformation of the energy system is a global phenomenon, but the process
itself is still progressing far too slowly to halt climate change. However, for “human
security”, it has immediate positive effects. An energy system that is increasingly
electrifying offers reduced dependence on fossil fuel supply chains and strengthens
access to energy, thus serving as an economic factor that indirectly promotes national and international security. However, the perceivable geographical concentration of technology leadership and an imbalance in global finance raise new threats. These may translate into veritable geopolitical risks that require global cooperation in order to be overcome.
itself is still progressing far too slowly to halt climate change. However, for “human
security”, it has immediate positive effects. An energy system that is increasingly
electrifying offers reduced dependence on fossil fuel supply chains and strengthens
access to energy, thus serving as an economic factor that indirectly promotes national and international security. However, the perceivable geographical concentration of technology leadership and an imbalance in global finance raise new threats. These may translate into veritable geopolitical risks that require global cooperation in order to be overcome.
| Original language | English |
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| Place of Publication | Berlin |
| Publisher | German Institute for International and Security Affairs |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| Volume | 42 |
| ISBN (Print) | 1861-1761 |
| Publication status | Published - Oct 2018 |
Publication series
| Name | SWP Comment |
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