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Innovating the innovators: the case for transformational energy research and development

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posted on 2023-06-08, 23:18 authored by Benjamin SovacoolBenjamin Sovacool
This paper asks three interconnected questions: What type of energy R&D promotes long-term, transformative innovation? Which types of research do energy R&D organisations predominately practice? What are the consequences of their approaches? The paper begins by distinguishing between incremental and transformative R&D. Then, it documents five emerging energy challenges facing the USA and the world. Using the US Department of Energy (DOE) as a case study, it next explores whether that organisation is more dedicated to promoting incremental innovation or transformative change. The article concludes by offering some preliminary implications for American and international energy policy.

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  • Published

Journal

International Journal of Energy Technology and Policy

ISSN

1472-8923

Publisher

Inderscience

Issue

4

Volume

6

Page range

368-380

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  • SPRU - Science Policy Research Unit Publications

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  • Yes

Legacy Posted Date

2015-12-02

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