… Relevance of gender in the policy area Energy is a driver of economic development, underpinning all … communications, transport and technology. Furthermore, energy production and use is closely connected with climate change. Energy plays an essential role in both women’s and men’s …
… the cost of essential raw materials, minerals and energy, generating more pollution and waste, increasing … their lower average income, women are at greater risk of energy poverty than men, and have fewer options for investing in low-carbon options such as energy efficiency and renewable energies. Perceptions and …
… policies such as those dealing with education, employment, energy, the environment, the single market, and research and … in those that are not ‘immediately’ related to women (e.g. energy, transport, ICT, waste). However, it should be noted … perceived as having a differentiated gender impact (e.g. energy, urban infrastructure, waste). Third, there is …