energy security
| Definition | Source | References |
|---|---|---|
Access to clean, reliable and affordable energy services for cooking and heating, lighting, communications and productive uses. |
Africa assessment, Americas assessment, Land degradation and restoration assessment, Sustainable use assessment, Europe and Central Asia assessment | IPBES core glossary, 2021 |
A.The uninterrupted availability of energy sources at an affordable price; B.The association between national security and the availability of natural resources for energy consumption within nation states. Long-term measures to increase energy security often center on diversifying energy sources. |
Asia-Pacific assessment |