Angela Mae Minas

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title = {Advancing Sustainable Development Goals through energy access: Lessons from the Global South},

author = {Angela Mae Minas and Samira García-Freites and Christopher Walsh and Velma Mukoro and Jhud Mikhail Aberilla and Amanda April and Jaise Kuriakose and Carlos Gaete-Morales and Alejandro Gallego Schmid and Sarah Mander},

doi = {10.1016/j.rser.2024.114457},

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year  = {2024},

date = {2024-07-01},

journal = {Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews},

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abstract = {Under the banner of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG 7), governments, industry, and civil society organisations have supported many energy access projects since 2015. Notably, funding and investments allotted to renewable energy are regarded not only to provide ‘energy for all’ but also support the delivery of other SDGs related to climate change, food security, health, and poverty reduction, among others. With less than 10 years left to meet the SDG 7 targets, it is timely to take stock and examine how the provision of access to energy is driving development initiatives, impacting local communities, and influencing governance processes. This paper offers a critical review and analysis of the impact of access to energy projects based on empirical work from eight country case studies across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. It interrogates how these projects contribute towards achieving SDG 7 and other sustainable development goals, highlights challenges, and then draws lessons for research, policy, and development practice. To advance SDGs, it recommends action in four areas: addressing rural-urban disparities, ensuring that energy is linked to sustainable outcomes, balancing top-down and bottom-up agendas, and appraising implications of techno-economic factors.},

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title = {Driving change from Our Streets: Insights from a community initiative to reduce car use for short journeys},

author = {Angela Mae Minas and Sarah Mander},

doi = {10.1016/j.sctalk.2022.100120},

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year  = {2023},

date = {2023-03-01},

journal = {Science Talks},

volume = {5},

number = {100120},

publisher = {Elsevier BV},

abstract = {The role of grassroots actors in climate change mitigation is widely recognized, yet within studies of transport and mobility, less is known about how grassroots projects can influence peoples' local travel decisions. We contribute to filling this gap by exploring how protective spaces of grassroots movements can be nurtured to drive mitigation actions. We present a case study of Our Streets Chorlton (OSC) – a community-led initiative in South Manchester (UK), which aimed to co-create solutions for reducing car use for short journeys. With support from The National Lottery, OSC engaged in activities that allowed them to gather support and build a network of local people, and understand the factors that help shape the communities' travel decisions. Using a range of methods, including interviews and community surveys, we gained insights on how OSC's ‘bridging role’ contributes to increasing interest in making low carbon travel choices, and in overcoming their barriers to transforming travel such as transport infrastructure, convenience of car use relative to people's routine and different commitments (e.g., work, caring responsibilities). Our findings highlight the need to build and/or strengthen ‘bridges’ between communities and the regime (existing ways of doing travel) if community-based initiatives are to be successful.},

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title = {Transformations for climate change mitigation: A systematic review of terminology, concepts, and characteristics},

author = {Sarah Mander and Claire Hoolohan and Angela Mae Minas},

doi = {10.1002/wcc.738},

issn = {1757-7780},

year  = {2021},

date = {2021-11-01},

journal = {Wiley Interdisciplinary Reviews: Climate Change},

volume = {12},

number = {6},

publisher = {John Wiley & Sons Ltd},

abstract = {Deep, broad, and rapid society-wide changes are urgently required to limit global temperature rise in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement. Since 2005, academics and policy makers have increasingly referred to such changes as transformations. This recent uptake and rapid diffusion of transformation-related concepts in research on climate change mitigation calls for a systematic and up-to-date analysis. In this article, we address this gap by undertaking a systematic review of articles that use transformation-related terms in the social science literature on climate change mitigation. Drawing on a corpus of 198 articles identified from Scopus, we find a diverse, fragmented research field that strongly focuses on the national, city, and international levels, the energy sector, and high-income countries. Although the use of transformation terminology has increased rapidly, there are few shared definitions, which arguably constitutes a serious challenge to scholarship and evidence-based policy making. To facilitate a more cumulative and impactful approach to research, we propose transformational climate change mitigation as a new umbrella term for the varied mitigation-related societal transformations required to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement. We conclude by identifying priorities for future research.},

note = {Funding Information: Economic and Social Research Council (via the Centre for Climate Change and Social Transformations [CAST]), Grant/Award Number: ES/S012257/1; European Research Council (via DeepDCarb Advanced Grant Project), Grant/Award Number: 882601 Funding information Publisher Copyright: © 2021 The Authors. WIREs Climate Change published by Wiley Periodicals LLC.},

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title = {Transformations for climate change mitigation: A systematic review of terminology, concepts, and characteristics},

author = {Brendan Moore and Caroline Verfuerth and Angela Mae Minas and Christianne Tipping and Sarah Mander and Irene Lorenzoni and Claire Hoolohan and Andrew J. Jordan and Lorraine Whitmarsh},

doi = {10.1002/wcc.738},

issn = {1757-7780},

year  = {2021},

date = {2021-11-01},

journal = {Wiley Interdisciplinary Reviews: Climate Change},

volume = {12},

number = {6},

publisher = {Wiley},

abstract = {Deep, broad, and rapid society-wide changes are urgently required to limit global temperature rise in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement. Since 2005, academics and policy makers have increasingly referred to such changes as transformations. This recent uptake and rapid diffusion of transformation-related concepts in research on climate change mitigation calls for a systematic and up-to-date analysis. In this article, we address this gap by undertaking a systematic review of articles that use transformation-related terms in the social science literature on climate change mitigation. Drawing on a corpus of 198 articles identified from Scopus, we find a diverse, fragmented research field that strongly focuses on the national, city, and international levels, the energy sector, and high-income countries. Although the use of transformation terminology has increased rapidly, there are few shared definitions, which arguably constitutes a serious challenge to scholarship and evidence-based policy making. To facilitate a more cumulative and impactful approach to research, we propose transformational climate change mitigation as a new umbrella term for the varied mitigation-related societal transformations required to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement. We conclude by identifying priorities for future research.},

note = {Funding Information: Economic and Social Research Council (via the Centre for Climate Change and Social Transformations [CAST]), Grant/Award Number: ES/S012257/1; European Research Council (via DeepDCarb Advanced Grant Project), Grant/Award Number: 882601.},

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title = {Exploring the potential of heat as a service in decarbonization: Evidence needs and research gaps},

author = {Jess Britton and Angela Mae Minas and Ana Catarina Marques and Zoya Pourmirza},

doi = {10.1080/15567249.2021.1873460},

issn = {1556-7249},

year  = {2021},

date = {2021-01-20},

journal = {Energy Sources. Part B. Economics, Planning, and Policy},

pages = {1–17},

publisher = {Taylor & Francis},

abstract = {The need to accelerate the decarbonization of heating, as well as the rise of the ‘smart home’, mean that there is an increasing focus on the role of innovative consumer offerings in driving the shift to zero carbon domestic heating. In this context, Heat as a Service (HaaS) business models, which provide consumers with an agreed heating plan rather than simply paying for units of fuel, are receiving increased attention. This paper explores HaaS based on insights from facilitated group discussions with key stakeholders, and learning from HaaS trials, in the United Kingdom. Results identified evidence needs and research gaps related to: addressing issues of trust between consumers and suppliers, supportive policies, financing business models, and openness and interoperability of technology and data. Based on the findings, we propose policy and research recommendations to better understand the role of HaaS business models in decarbonization.},

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title = {Exploring the potential of heat as a service in decarbonization: Evidence needs and research gaps},

author = {Jess Britton and Angela Mae Minas and Ana Catarina Marques and Zoya Pourmirza},

doi = {10.1080/15567249.2021.1873460},

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date = {2021-01-20},

journal = {Energy Sources. Part B. Economics, Planning, and Policy},

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publisher = {Taylor & Francis},

abstract = {The need to accelerate the decarbonization of heating, as well as the rise of the ‘smart home’, mean that there is an increasing focus on the role of innovative consumer offerings in driving the shift to zero carbon domestic heating. In this context, Heat as a Service (HaaS) business models, which provide consumers with an agreed heating plan rather than simply paying for units of fuel, are receiving increased attention. This paper explores HaaS based on insights from facilitated group discussions with key stakeholders, and learning from HaaS trials, in the United Kingdom. Results identified evidence needs and research gaps related to: addressing issues of trust between consumers and suppliers, supportive policies, financing business models, and openness and interoperability of technology and data. Based on the findings, we propose policy and research recommendations to better understand the role of HaaS business models in decarbonization.},

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title = {How can we engage farmers in bioenergy development? Building a social innovation strategy for rice straw bioenergy in the Philippines and Vietnam},

author = {Angela Mae Minas and Sarah Mander and Carly McLachlan},

doi = {10.1016/j.erss.2020.101717},

issn = {2214-6296},

year  = {2020},

date = {2020-12-01},

journal = {Energy Research & Social Science},

publisher = {Elsevier BV},

abstract = {Involving farmers and local communities in bioenergy development is important for the deployment of sustainable bioenergy systems, especially if rural areas are to maximise potential co-benefits from energy provision. Focusing on rice straw bioenergy in the Philippines and Vietnam, our research explored how farmers’ social networks can serve as a platform for social innovation – an emerging approach to energy transitions aimed at delivering solutions by empowering local people. Specifically, we used tools in social network analysis to map how farmers mobilise resources within their communities, who influences their decisions on the farm, and the stories embedded in their interactions. This allowed us to develop insights on how different actors in farmers’ networks may be best connected to support collaborative partnerships and co-designing of solutions that meet their development needs. Our results showed potential windows of opportunity to engage farmers in bioenergy development. First, by connecting them to resource providers; and second, by developing capacities and network structures in rice farming communities to enable more resource sharing. Based on these, we propose a social innovation strategy useful for bioenergy project developers and local stakeholders to help ensure that farmers and other actors in the community can take active roles in the rice straw bioenergy development process.},

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title = {How can we engage farmers in bioenergy development? Building a social innovation strategy for rice straw bioenergy in the Philippines and Vietnam},

author = {Angela Mae Minas and Sarah Mander and Carly McLachlan},

doi = {10.1016/j.erss.2020.101717},

issn = {2214-6296},

journal = {Energy Research & Social Science},

publisher = {Elsevier BV},

abstract = {Involving farmers and local communities in bioenergy development is important for the deployment of sustainable bioenergy systems, especially if rural areas are to maximise potential co-benefits from energy provision. Focusing on rice straw bioenergy in the Philippines and Vietnam, our research explored how farmers’ social networks can serve as a platform for social innovation – an emerging approach to energy transitions aimed at delivering solutions by empowering local people. Specifically, we used tools in social network analysis to map how farmers mobilise resources within their communities, who influences their decisions on the farm, and the stories embedded in their interactions. This allowed us to develop insights on how different actors in farmers’ networks may be best connected to support collaborative partnerships and co-designing of solutions that meet their development needs. Our results showed potential windows of opportunity to engage farmers in bioenergy development. First, by connecting them to resource providers; and second, by developing capacities and network structures in rice farming communities to enable more resource sharing. Based on these, we propose a social innovation strategy useful for bioenergy project developers and local stakeholders to help ensure that farmers and other actors in the community can take active roles in the rice straw bioenergy development process.},

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title = {Driving change from Our Streets: Insights from a community initiative to reduce car use for short journeys},

author = {Angela Mae Minas and Sarah Mander},

doi = {10.1016/j.sctalk.2022.100120},

issn = {2772-5693},

journal = {Science Talks},

volume = {5},

number = {100120},

publisher = {Elsevier BV},

abstract = {The role of grassroots actors in climate change mitigation is widely recognized, yet within studies of transport and mobility, less is known about how grassroots projects can influence peoples' local travel decisions. We contribute to filling this gap by exploring how protective spaces of grassroots movements can be nurtured to drive mitigation actions. We present a case study of Our Streets Chorlton (OSC) – a community-led initiative in South Manchester (UK), which aimed to co-create solutions for reducing car use for short journeys. With support from The National Lottery, OSC engaged in activities that allowed them to gather support and build a network of local people, and understand the factors that help shape the communities' travel decisions. Using a range of methods, including interviews and community surveys, we gained insights on how OSC's ‘bridging role’ contributes to increasing interest in making low carbon travel choices, and in overcoming their barriers to transforming travel such as transport infrastructure, convenience of car use relative to people's routine and different commitments (e.g., work, caring responsibilities). Our findings highlight the need to build and/or strengthen ‘bridges’ between communities and the regime (existing ways of doing travel) if community-based initiatives are to be successful.},

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@article{ef0d1fdb98a2483ebf9d64a5bd26251fb,

title = {Advancing Sustainable Development Goals through energy access: Lessons from the Global South},

author = {Angela Mae Minas and Samira García-Freites and Christopher Walsh and Velma Mukoro and Jhud Mikhail Aberilla and Amanda April and Jaise Kuriakose and Carlos Gaete-Morales and Alejandro Gallego Schmid and Sarah Mander},

doi = {10.1016/j.rser.2024.114457},

issn = {1364-0321},

journal = {Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews},

volume = {199},

publisher = {Elsevier BV},

abstract = {Under the banner of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG 7), governments, industry, and civil society organisations have supported many energy access projects since 2015. Notably, funding and investments allotted to renewable energy are regarded not only to provide ‘energy for all’ but also support the delivery of other SDGs related to climate change, food security, health, and poverty reduction, among others. With less than 10 years left to meet the SDG 7 targets, it is timely to take stock and examine how the provision of access to energy is driving development initiatives, impacting local communities, and influencing governance processes. This paper offers a critical review and analysis of the impact of access to energy projects based on empirical work from eight country case studies across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. It interrogates how these projects contribute towards achieving SDG 7 and other sustainable development goals, highlights challenges, and then draws lessons for research, policy, and development practice. To advance SDGs, it recommends action in four areas: addressing rural-urban disparities, ensuring that energy is linked to sustainable outcomes, balancing top-down and bottom-up agendas, and appraising implications of techno-economic factors.},

note = {Publisher Copyright: © 2024 The Authors},

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pubstate = {published},

tppubtype = {article}

}

@article{464ec92b33594fb2970306f06dd5bf2ab,

title = {Transformations for climate change mitigation: A systematic review of terminology, concepts, and characteristics},

author = {Sarah Mander and Claire Hoolohan and Angela Mae Minas},

doi = {10.1002/wcc.738},

issn = {1757-7780},

journal = {Wiley Interdisciplinary Reviews: Climate Change},

volume = {12},

number = {6},

publisher = {John Wiley & Sons Ltd},

abstract = {Deep, broad, and rapid society-wide changes are urgently required to limit global temperature rise in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement. Since 2005, academics and policy makers have increasingly referred to such changes as transformations. This recent uptake and rapid diffusion of transformation-related concepts in research on climate change mitigation calls for a systematic and up-to-date analysis. In this article, we address this gap by undertaking a systematic review of articles that use transformation-related terms in the social science literature on climate change mitigation. Drawing on a corpus of 198 articles identified from Scopus, we find a diverse, fragmented research field that strongly focuses on the national, city, and international levels, the energy sector, and high-income countries. Although the use of transformation terminology has increased rapidly, there are few shared definitions, which arguably constitutes a serious challenge to scholarship and evidence-based policy making. To facilitate a more cumulative and impactful approach to research, we propose transformational climate change mitigation as a new umbrella term for the varied mitigation-related societal transformations required to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement. We conclude by identifying priorities for future research.},

note = {Funding Information: Economic and Social Research Council (via the Centre for Climate Change and Social Transformations [CAST]), Grant/Award Number: ES/S012257/1; European Research Council (via DeepDCarb Advanced Grant Project), Grant/Award Number: 882601 Funding information Publisher Copyright: © 2021 The Authors. WIREs Climate Change published by Wiley Periodicals LLC.},

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