The Concept of Sustainable Development in the Context of International Energy Law

Sustainable development is a concept that has penetrated in various areas of international law since its introduction by Brountland Commission in 1970. This concept, has gradually affected international energy law in three dimensions (economic, social and environmental development). In light of this evolution, the concept of sustainable energy has been challenging the economic development and environmental considerations. International law in ensuring the achievement of sustainable energy has been faced with the challenge to increase energy efficiency and renewable energies. Despite the considerable developments of the international energy law, it has not been able to tackle this challenge. All scenarios ahead confirm that the use of clean and renewable energy instead of fossil fuels can establish the idea of sustainable energy in the future. Achieving this goal requires adopting some guidelines and stable patterns on energy area that in a comprehensive plan has been offered by a range of international institutions.