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D2.2 & D2.3 – Report on survey results and theoretical framework

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This report explores intersectional patterns in energy consumption and citizenship across six European and four Sub-Saharan countries. Using machine learning, it identifies how gender, socio-economic status, and caregiving shape energy access, political efficacy, and sustainability capability. Results show that while gender alone has limited impact, intersecting inequalities significantly influence energy marginalization. In the Global South, affordability and infrastructure drive exclusion, whereas in the Global North, social and technical factors interact more equally. The findings highlight the need for targeted, equity-focused energy policies to ensure a just transition.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.15166028

Authors: Striebing, Clemens, Loos, Sabine

Institution: Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Engineering

Language: English

Topic: Energy and Environment Impacts

Subfield: Pollution

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Gender equality, Reduced inequalities, Affordable and clean energy, Peace, justice, and strong institutions, Climate action

Open Access status: green

Funder: European Commission