Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Laura Visintainer Lerman Author-Name: Daisy Valle Enrique Author-Name: Wolfgang Gerstlberger Title: Navigating the challenges of renewable energy transition in emerging economies: Insights from Brazil Abstract: Renewable energy (RE) transition has been considered the new generation of solutions for reducing the high dependence on fossil fuels. However, there is a lack of understanding of the energy challenges that prompt RE development. Therefore, we aim to identify the main challenges which energy policy must overcome to achieve a renewable energy system (RES) in emerging countries. We conducted 27 semistructured interviews with key stakeholders involved in shaping sustainable innovation policies in Brazil. Based on five challenging factors, we identify the main challenges and propose actions to mitigate them toward developing a RES. Our results show that the Brazilian context comprises subchallenges: lack of a consolidated national industry, policy and program consolidation, innovation actors, environmental and awareness activities. In addition, the findings show many opportunities regarding electric mobility and Industry 4.0. Our results can support policymakers? decisions regarding energy transition challenges and ways to overcome the related problems not only in Brazil but also in other developing countries. Classification-JEL: Q280 Q280 Keywords: Note: Pages:5-28 Volume: 2025/2 Year: 2025 Issue:2 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=78753&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:efeefe:v:html10.3280/EFE2025-002001 Number: 1 X-File-Ref: http://www.francoangeli.it/Riviste/References.ashx?idArticolo=78753 Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Olena Shevchenko Author-Name: Iuliia Tsyrfa Author-Name: Natalia Serbina Author-Name: Andrii Bozhkov Author-Name: Nataliia Bordun-Komar Title: National strategies and international identity of EU, USA and China in the context of the fight against climate change Abstract: The purpose of the study is to establish the role of climate change threat in shaping national strategies and foreign policy relations of the actors in international relations. The methods of the study include document analysis of international agreements and national legislation, case studies, and comparative analysis in the context of differences in approaches to climate communication. The results of the study demonstrate that the rhetoric of European Union officials and aspects of European climate strategies position the EU as a leader in adapting to climate threats. Climate communications within the United States are more focused on informing the population about climate change, while foreign policy environmental institutions aim to fully protect the country?s national interests. Moreover, considering that the industrial sector of the People?s Republic of China is a leader in greenhouse gas emissions, a substantial threat lies in the potential deviation from commitments under the Paris Agreement. Conversely, the United States government has demonstrated some of the most progressive actions in mobilising resources within the framework of climate communications. An example of this is the executive order ?Tackling the Climate Crisis at Home and Abroad? and the Inflation Reduction Act. Within the European Union, a similar practice is represented by the European Green Deal, which frequently appears in mass media and has a transparent reporting system, enhancing climate literacy and awareness among broad segments of the population. Thus, the climate communication and diplomacy of the European Union focus on raising awareness both within and beyond its borders, while the US government prioritises foreign policy interests within its climate strategies. In contrast, the rhetoric of the government of the People?s Republic of China highlights the challenges in achieving the targets set by the Paris Agreement within the timeframe leading up to 2030. Classification-JEL: Q54, Q58, O44 Keywords: Note: Pages:29-48 Volume: 2025/2 Year: 2025 Issue:2 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=78754&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:efeefe:v:html10.3280/EFE2025-002002 Number: 2 X-File-Ref: http://www.francoangeli.it/Riviste/References.ashx?idArticolo=78754 Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Maria Emilia Garbelli Title: Renewable Energy Communities development among small and medium industries and the mediating role of trust. Pre-regulatory study from Lombardy Abstract: Renewable Energy Communities, strongly sustained by the European Community as a viable way to fasten low carbon transition, slowly develop in Italy for regulatory. This study delves into the framework of Renewable Energy Communities and explores the perspective of the specifically small and medium industries in the Lombardy region of Italy through a survey. Our findings reveal that while those industries exhibit interest in Renewable Energy Communities, there is a notable gap in knowledge and engagement. We argue that the active involvement of Public Administration Bodies is crucial in disseminating information about Renewable Energy Communities and highlighting their benefits. The survey results, elaborated through a nonparametric test (MannWhitney U test) indicate that Public Administration Bodies play a pivotal role in influencing perceptions and willingness to participate in Renewable Energy Communities. The data suggest that more direct and effective communication strategies by local Public Bodies could significantly enhance Small and Medium Industries? understanding and involvement in Renewable Energy Communities due to interpersonal trust. This research underscores the need for targeted and strategic efforts by local Public Bodies to foster a more informed and proactive approach among Small and Medium Industries towards renewable energy initiatives. Such endeavors could be instrumental in accelerating the adoption of Renewable Energy Communities, contributing to a more sustainable and resilient energy future. Classification-JEL: Q01, Q42, Q48, R58, L26 Keywords: Note: Pages:49-65 Volume: 2025/2 Year: 2025 Issue:2 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=78755&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:efeefe:v:html10.3280/EFE2025-002003 Number: 3 X-File-Ref: http://www.francoangeli.it/Riviste/References.ashx?idArticolo=78755 Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Piyalee Bhattacharya Author-Name: Asheesh Pandey Title: Bridging quality and sustainability: A bibliometric and systematic exploration of ESG scores in quality anomalies Abstract: Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), when combined with Quality stocks, have demonstrated high returns even in a scenario of market instability. This paper combines bibliometric analysis and systematic review to investigate the intersection of ESG scores and Quality anomalies. A filtered sample of 952 papers from the Web of Science and Scopus databases is analyzed. The study reveals that Quality Anomaly with ESG has grown significantly since 2012, driven by sustainable finance initiatives, with the U.S., China, and the UK leading research in this area. Finally, the paper provides directions for future research, highlighting gaps and opportunities for integrating ESG scores into financial anomaly studies and asset pricing models. This research offers valuable perspectives for academia, practitioners, and policymakers aiming to enhance financial strategies with sustainability insights. Classification-JEL: G12, G14, M14, Q01, Q56 Keywords: Note: Pages:67-92 Volume: 2025/2 Year: 2025 Issue:2 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=78756&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:efeefe:v:html10.3280/EFE2025-002004 Number: 4 X-File-Ref: http://www.francoangeli.it/Riviste/References.ashx?idArticolo=78756 Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Hanna Anisimova Author-Name: Viktoriia Haltsova Author-Name: Oksana Volodina Author-Name: Igor Samoshchenko Author-Name: Alesia Gornostay Title: Criminal and environmental-legal aspects of criminal offenses against the international legal order, peace and security of mankind Abstract: One of the main contemporary problems is the disruption of the ecological balance caused by pollution, deterioration, and destruction of natural systems. During periods of armed conflict, when environmental destruction is often used as a tactic of war, this issue becomes even more dangerous. However, the Rome Statute of the ICC covers environmental crimes only to a certain extent, and international law still lacks an effective system of liability for significant environmental damage. The purpose of the article is to investigate the criminal law and ecological law aspects of ecocide, to substantiate the need of its recognition as a separate international crime, and to assess the Ukrainian experience as a potential legal precedent for shaping new approaches in international criminal law. The article proposes a comprehensive interdisciplinary study of ecocide in the context of national and international law using a wide range of scientific methods, including analysis, synthesis, induction, deduction, analogy, abstraction, and generalization. Classification-JEL: K33, K32, Q56 Keywords: Note: Pages:93-107 Volume: 2025/2 Year: 2025 Issue:2 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=78757&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:efeefe:v:html10.3280/EFE2025-002005 Number: 5 X-File-Ref: http://www.francoangeli.it/Riviste/References.ashx?idArticolo=78757 Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Monica Bonacina Author-Name: Mert Demir Author-Name: Antonio Sileo Author-Name: Angela Zanoni Title: From ambition to reality: Exploring diffusion patterns of battery electric cars in Italy Abstract: Electrification of individual mobility is pivotal to Europe?s decarbonization strategy. Italy?s participation in this trajectory is significant, given the size of its car fleet. The final update of Italy?s National Energy and Climate Plan (NECP) sets ambitious targets of 4.3 million fullelectric cars (BEVs) and 2.3 million plugin hybrid cars (PHEVs) on the roads by 2030. However, by the end of 2024, Italy had only about 280,000 BEVs, representing 0.7% of the total car fleet and 7% of the 2030 target. This study aims to assess the potential for BEV penetration in Italy in the coming years and evaluate the alignment of current adoption trends with the NECP target. Diffusion projections are made using Bass and logistic models under two different scenarios. Both scenarios suggest that, without substantial changes, the current diffusion path may fall short of meeting the NECP 2030 target. Although some barriers to the adoption of fullelectric vehicles have been addressed, new challenges have arisen. Accelerating the replacement of durable goods, including internal combustion engine vehicles, is unrealistic, and the decarbonization strategy, as outlined in Regulation (EU) 851/2023, is expected to extend beyond the original timeframe, requiring adjustments to the current strategic plan. Classification-JEL: N74, Q55, Q58, R40 Keywords: Note: Pages:109-131 Volume: 2025/2 Year: 2025 Issue:2 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=78758&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:efeefe:v:html10.3280/EFE2025-002006 Number: 6 X-File-Ref: http://www.francoangeli.it/Riviste/References.ashx?idArticolo=78758 Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Yasser F. Nassar Author-Name: Hala J. El-Khozondar Author-Name: Mansour A. Salem Author-Name: Abubaker Alatrash Author-Name: Wael A. Salah Author-Name: Mohammed J. Bashir Author-Name: Mohamed H. Elnaggar Title: Technical and environmental cost-benefit analysis of strategies towards a green economy in the electricity sector in Libya Abstract: This study presents a comprehensive framework for Libya?s transition to a green economy, focusing on reducing carbon emissions from energy generation through carbon capture, sequestration and storage, renewable integration and other sustainable policies. Our technical, economic and environmental assessment indicates that Libya can achieve netzero carbon emissions by 2065, with renewable energy accounting for about 81% of the national energy mix by 2055. The implementation approach prioritizes projects based on the condition and remaining lifespan of current power plants. Four steam stations (1,240 MW) are set to be decommissioned and replaced with renewable power fields and afforestation, while two stations (2,355 MW) with less than a decade of operational life are unsuitable for solar fuel conversion, leaving natural gas, carbon capture, wind energy, and afforestation as the preferred pathways. For the remaining 11 stations (5,392 MW), a combination of natural gas conversion, carbon capture, renewable expansion, and afforestation will be implemented concurrently, with additional clean generating facilities introduced separately. The transition plan in the electricity sector involves an estimated $40.6 billion in investment, with yearly operational expenses of roughly $165 million. Renewable energy deployment comprises solar PV, concentrated solar power, wind farms, marine energy, and geothermal facilities, all intended to replace old units and meet future demand. Pilot projects like the Brack hybrid renewable station demonstrate that complete energy coverage may be achieved while lowering dependency on fossil fuels and CO2 emissions. Furthermore, largescale afforestation initiatives will help to reduce carbon emissions and ensure further environmental benefits, with return on investment through the sale of CO2 credits commencing within the first few years. Collectively, these policies provide a realistic route for Libya to develop a sustainable, diverse, and lowcarbon power industry. Classification-JEL: Q01, Q21, Q35, Q48, Q51 Keywords: Note: Pages:133-167 Volume: 2025/2 Year: 2025 Issue:2 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=78759&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:efeefe:v:html10.3280/EFE2025-002007 Number: 7 X-File-Ref: http://www.francoangeli.it/Riviste/References.ashx?idArticolo=78759 Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: A cura della Redazione Title: List of EPEE reviewers for the 2023-2024 and 2025 years Abstract: Classification-JEL: Keywords: Note: Pages:169-171 Volume: 2025/2 Year: 2025 Issue:2 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=78760&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:efeefe:v:html10.3280/EFE2025-002008 Number: 8