Renewable Energy [R]evolution via Institutional Analysis in Azerbaijan

The objective of this study is to analyse the feasibility of using Renewable Energy sources in Azerbaijan; to reach this objective, I will analyze the institutional framework and how overcoming existing barriers within local institutions can support rapid development of RE sector from the top-down approach. Through this thesis I plan to take my readers to a journey with long-term development process and prospects for change – [R]evolution of Renewable Energy sector in Azerbaijan, its local potential and main barriers, inhibiting the shift towards sustainable development of the country. Acknowledging that Renewable sources contribute to reduction of GHG emission associated with Climate Change, our government set first steps in visioning a roadmap to maintain the mitigation of global environmental challenge on the local level. The methodology approach is based on multi-strategy research basis and as a theoretical framework, Ecological Modernization is applied here to analyze how changes within institutions could lead to major improvements in renewable energy sector in Azerbaijan on the basis of sustainability approach, where environmental, social and economic concerns are applied.