As energy transitions become central to addressing the ecological crisis, increasing attention is being paid to the social dimensions of change, including questions of equity, recognition, and participation. Within this broader conversation, gender has emerged as a relevant—yet often underexamined—factor in shaping how individuals engage with energy systems. Understanding how gender is framed in academic research can offer valuable insights into the inclusivity of mainstream narratives and the extent to which they reflect diverse lived experiences. Our contribution explores how academic research has framed the relationship between gender and domestic energy practices, with particular attention to the underlying narratives and assumptions that shape this body of knowledge. A systematic review of the studies published between 2010 and 2023 was conducted to identify how gender is conceptualized and operationalized within the context of energy-related behaviors in the home. The findings reveal a growing interest in gendered dimensions of energy use, often emphasizing women's greater propensity for energy-saving behaviors. However, many studies rely on binary categorizations and focus on individual-level factors, offering limited engagement with the social, cultural, and symbolic aspects of gender. Non-binary identities and intersectional dynamics are rarely considered, and qualitative approaches remain underrepresented. Some contributions, particularly from the Global South, introduce more context-sensitive perspectives, though these remain the exception rather than the rule. Those results suggest that broadening conceptual frameworks to include more nuanced and socially grounded understandings of gender could enhance the relevance of psychological research in promoting a just and inclusive energy transition. Greater attention to identity, culture, and power relations in scholarly narratives may help illuminate the diverse ways in which people engage with energy systems, and support more equitable policy and practice.