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The Geopolitics of the Energy Transition with Helen Thompson

New Enlightenment

CHAPTER

Energy and Political Economy: A Critical Intersection

This chapter examines the relationship between political economy and economics, especially in the context of energy's role in economic theories. It critiques traditional economic narratives, highlighting historical figures and the need for a more energy-focused analysis to understand modern economies.

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