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Climate Diplomacy and its Impact on Cross-Border Renewable Energy Transitions
Subject area: Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities · Area of research: Climate Policy and International Relations
Abstract
Climate diplomacy has emerged as a critical driver in advancing cross-border renewable energy transitions, as states increasingly recognize the interdependence of global energy security, environmental sustainability, and climate change mitigation. This paper explores the role of international climate negotiations, bilateral and multilateral agreements, and regional cooperation frameworks in shaping renewable energy policies that transcend national boundaries. It examines how climate diplomacy facilitates the exchange of technology, financing mechanisms, and institutional capacity to overcome structural, political, and infrastructural barriers to renewable energy integration. Furthermore, the study highlights case studies of transnational renewable energy projects, such as cross-border power pools and shared solar and wind infrastructure, to demonstrate how diplomacy fosters trust, regulatory harmonization, and equitable benefit-sharing among states. By analyzing the intersection of geopolitics, international law, and sustainable development, the paper argues that effective climate diplomacy is indispensable for accelerating the global transition toward clean energy while ensuring inclusivity, resilience, and long-term cooperation.
Keywords
Climate Diplomacy, Renewable Energy Transition, Cross-Border Cooperation, Sustainable Development, Energy Policy, International Agreements.
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How to cite this paper
@article{1710672,
author = {Omodolapo Eunice Ogunsola},
title = {Climate Diplomacy and its Impact on Cross-Border Renewable Energy Transitions},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2019},
volume = {3},
number = {3},
pages = {296-309},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1710672.pdf},
abstract = {Climate diplomacy has emerged as a critical driver in advancing cross-border renewable energy transitions, as states increasingly recognize the interdependence of global energy security, environmental sustainability, and climate change mitigation. This paper explores the role of international climate negotiations, bilateral and multilateral agreements, and regional cooperation frameworks in shaping renewable energy policies that transcend national boundaries. It examines how climate diplomacy facilitates the exchange of technology, financing mechanisms, and institutional capacity to overcome structural, political, and infrastructural barriers to renewable energy integration. Furthermore, the study highlights case studies of transnational renewable energy projects, such as cross-border power pools and shared solar and wind infrastructure, to demonstrate how diplomacy fosters trust, regulatory harmonization, and equitable benefit-sharing among states. By analyzing the intersection of geopolitics, international law, and sustainable development, the paper argues that effective climate diplomacy is indispensable for accelerating the global transition toward clean energy while ensuring inclusivity, resilience, and long-term cooperation.},
keywords = {Climate Diplomacy, Renewable Energy Transition, Cross-Border Cooperation, Sustainable Development, Energy Policy, International Agreements.},
month = {September},
}