Energy Efficiency & Socially Responsible Markets

The Research Axis “Energy Efficiency & Socially Responsible Markets” brings together EMLV & ESILV researchers from different academic disciplines (accounting, chemical engineering, energy production/consumption forecasting, corporate, entrepreneurial and market finance, human resources management, management control, marketing and consumer behavior, multi agents modeling, organizational behavior, social lifecycle analysis, strategic management), and professional backgrounds.

Intra-disciplinary areas

Energy Efficiency & Socially Responsible Markets

The Research Axis members collaborate on the following subject areas.

Efficient Energy Management and Sustainable Business Models

Our research contributes to the discovery of efficient methods for harnessing and utilizing energy sources. This involves the development of strategies and processes for the effective management and optimization of energy production, storage, and consumption. Additionally, our research seeks to explore innovative approaches for businesses to operate sustainably within the whole energy sector.

Corporate Social Responsibility, Governance, and Sustainable Innovation

Our research delves into uncovering the factors that drive ethical, responsible, and virtuous behavior within businesses. It also aims to unravel the underlying mechanisms that foster innovation in energy technologies and practices characterized by environmental friendliness and social responsibility.

Socially Responsible Consumption & Citizen Behavior

Our research revolves around the promotion of socially responsible consumption, encouraging individuals and organizations to make environmentally conscious choices regarding energy usage. Furthermore, it addresses the needs and behaviors of vulnerable consumers and citizens, particularly in the context of renewable energy. This includes ensuring equitable access and addressing the concerns of marginalized groups.

Innovative Energy Market Mechanisms, Green Accounting, and Sustainable Performance

Our research is dedicated to developing tailored financing and pricing models and market mechanisms specific to renewable energies. This entails the creation of equitable and effective pricing strategies to support the penetration of renewable energy and energy recovery (Enr&R) technologies in the energy mix. Additionally, our focus extends to quantifying and enhancing the environmental and social impact of companies, along with their reporting practices.

Social Acceptability of Enr&R technologies and Stakeholder Engagement

Our research aims to evaluate and enhance the acceptability and social perception of innovative energy production processes. This encompasses public perception and acceptance of these technologies. Furthermore, our objective is to facilitate the active involvement of diverse stakeholders, including the public, businesses, and government, in discussions and decision-making processes related to innovative energy production processes.

Research Axis “Energy Efficiency & Socially Responsible Markets” conducts periodic transdisciplinary viewpoints & perspectives seminars and paper discussion workshops throughout the academic year. Additionally, it arranges transdisciplinary roundtable sessions that bring together researchers from management and engineering sciences alongside professionals. The upcoming roundtable will delve into the topic of digital agriculture, exploring the delicate balance between responsibility and social acceptability.