Bergmann, Franka (2024) The Role of Gender Diversity on Public Participation in Energy Governance. Bachelor thesis, Psychology.
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Abstract
This study investigates the role of gender diversity in public engagement within energy governance, with a focus on community energy projects. Drawing on ecofeminism and post-modernist feminist theory, the research explores the intersection of gender and public participation in this male-dominated field. Through interviews with individuals more or less engaged in energy governance, our study reveals significant underrepresentation of women due to financial constraints, traditional gender roles, and perceived complexities in energy cooperatives. Key results highlight that women in energy communities encounter undervaluation, normative gender expectations, and unprofessional, sexist behavior, which diminish their engagement. The study emphasizes that diversity enhances decision quality and acceptance, yet formal diversity policies making diversity in energy community management mandatory remain largely absent. Social influence plays a critical role to increase female participation, with supportive networks and targeted recruitment strategies suggested as potential solutions. This research calls for systemic changes and inclusive policies to foster a diverse and equitable energy governance landscape. Keywords: energy governance, public participation, gender diversity
| Item Type: | Thesis (Bachelor) |
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| Supervisor name: | Chanteloup, A.B.M. |
| Degree programme: | Psychology |
| Differentiation route: | None [Bachelor Psychology] |
| Date Deposited: | 02 Jul 2024 14:34 |
| Last Modified: | 02 Jul 2024 14:34 |
| URI: | http://gmwpublic.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/3629 |
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