The transition to sustainable energy, also known as the ecological transition, is occurring at varying rates and in diverse forms and locations. This presents distinct but interlinked challenges for developed and developing nations. On the one hand, the move towards renewable energy could create a positive relationship between environmental protection and developmental progress. On the other hand, a rush on mineral resources could provide a windfall of resources not provided by many forms of international aid so far. At the same time, there is an anticipation of a high demand for fossil resources that is likely to pressure African economies, leading them to depend more on resource-oriented development strategies.
The extraction of resources presents certain challenges that are unique to the context of African economies, such as environmental or political instability issues affecting individuals, communities, and businesses. From the perspective of developed nations, although the demand for resources is increasing, there is also a heightened awareness of issues surrounding resource security (with China being a key player) and the potential adverse effects of resource extraction on the local environment and populations.
The event will address the crucial intersection between global energy transition and development, with a specific focus on exploring effective policy instruments. Our keynote speaker, Rabah Arezki (CNRS, Cerdi, Harvard Kennedy School of Government), will commence the proceedings with an engaging talk and a special dialogue with Christophe Wartel (Director, Infrastructure and Energy, Global Sovereign Advisory). Following that, researchers and industry experts will share insights into the diverse issues surrounding sustainable energy transition and development in Africa. The workshop will also feature ongoing doctoral research presentations. To conclude, a policy session introduced by Mr. Antoine Felix Abdoulaye Diome, the Minister of Energy of the Republic of Senegal (to be confirmed), and Mr. Youba Sokona (Former IPCC Vice Chair), will provide firsthand insights from the field and policy actors, enriching future research perspectives,
9h15 – 10h15: Keynote/dialogue address Rabah Arezki (CNRS, Cerdi-Ferdi, Harvard Kennedy School, Former Vice President and Chief Economist African Development Bank) – « Energy Transition, Mining, and Finance in Africa »
Discussion: Christophe Wartel (Director, Infrastructure and Energy, Global Sovereign Advisory)
10h15 – 10h40 Break
10h40 – 11h20: Sébastien Desbureaux (CEE-M, Montpellier), « Accelerating the adoption of green technologies in low-income countries: impact and mechanisms for electric cooking in the D.R. Congo »
11h20 – 12h00: Young researcher session – Alpha Ly (Chaire Economie du Climat, Chaire EIEA, U. Paris Dauphine) « Mobile Money and Power Uptake in Developing Countries »; Mboundor Diouf (Chair EIEA and Chair Energy and Prosperity, UM6P, U. de Poitiers) « Mining and quality of public goods in Sub-Sahara Africa”; Edouard Pignède (Chaire Economie du Climat, AgroParis Tech, Paris Saclay Université) « Artisanal mining and urbanization in Sub-Saharan Africa »
13h30 – 14h10: Brian Mukhaya (Clean Air Task Force) « Climate Change and Economic Development in Africa A Systematic Review of Energy Transition Research »
14h10 – 14h50: Mathieu Couttenier (Ecole Normale Supérieure Lyon) « Dynamic Mapping of Artisanal and Small-Scale Mines from Space »
14h50 – 15h30: Renaud Coulomb (Mines Paris PSL) « Decarbonizing the Global Oil Supply »
15h30- 15h45 Break
15h45 – 17h00: Policy levers and research perspectives: insights from the field
Introductory keynotes (to be confirmed):
Maison des Sciences Économiques (6è étage), 106, boulevard de l’Hôpital, 75013 Paris
15 mai 2024
5pm - 7:30pm
La chaire Énergie et Prospérité et le Cired organisent, à l'occasion de la sortie du livre Un nouveau contrat écologique d'Emmanuel Combet et d'Antonin Pottier, un débat avec les deux auteurs ainsi que Marc Fleurbaey et Thierry Pech.
