The Role of the Financial Sector in Energy Justice

As the twenty-first century is characterised by a growing awareness of climate change and environmental degradation, the financial sector has started to channel funds into more sustainable energy investments. Therefore, this chapter provides a comprehensive and engaging exploration of how the financial sector, along with financial institutions and financial innovation, can be a powerful ally in the pursuit of energy justice. Furthermore, this chapter presents how financial institutions, instruments, and innovations play a crucial role in shaping sustainable energy systems. Therefore, policymakers, financial institutions, and energy companies need to work together to create regulatory frameworks and investment strategies for the global energy transition. This will not only fulfil economic or environmental but also moral requirements to ensure a just and sustainable future for all generations.