Transactions on Data Analysis in Social Science

Transactions on Data Analysis in Social Science

The Role of Renewable Energies on Energy Security in Iran (In three fields of resources, production and distribution of energy)

Document Type : Original Article

Authors
M. Nemati Kheirabadi 1
V. Khaligh 2
A. Ghezelbash 3
1 Ph.D Student, Department of Economics, Adalat University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
2 Ph.D Student, Department of Power, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
3 Ph.D Student, Department of Economics & Administrative Sciences, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
10.47176/TDASS/2019.10
Abstract
Energy, as one of the most essential factors of production, plays a fundamental role in the economic growth and sustainable development of nations. It also serves as a cornerstone of modern civilization and technological progress. Therefore, maintaining and protecting energy resources, as well as ensuring the continuous availability of energy carriers, are vital for the continuation of economic and social development. National energy security in any country is directly linked to the extent and stability of its socio-economic development, where energy serves as a decisive element in both preservation and advancement. This study aims to examine the role of renewable energies across the domains of resource management, energy production, and distribution. Furthermore, the paper highlights how national security can be enhanced through the integration of political and security considerations in energy portfolio management. The development of an energy atlas, incorporating renewable energy sources and active as well as passive defense strategies, is also proposed as an effective approach to optimize national energy planning and achieve long-term sustainability.
Keywords
Renewable Energy
Energy Security
Energy Portfolio
Iran
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Transactions on Data Analysis in Social Science
Volume 1, Issue 1
Winter 2019
Pages 10-23

  • Receive Date 24 October 2018
  • Revise Date 14 December 2018
  • Accept Date 01 March 2019