This study analyses the diffusion of renewable energy (RE) technologies. It analyses the transition dynamics as the … tensions aggravate further, the implementation of the new technology base is likely to stall. In addition, the generous … promotion resulted in the fast deployment of RE, which may have shortened the "formative phase" of the diffusion process. A …

- trajectory. The USA focus on the established thin-film sub-trajectory and inventive activity in Germany focuses on module …

We examine how different renewable energy support policies affect innovation in solar and wind power technologies. The … distinguishing two dimensions of regulation, i.e. design and intensity, and their effects on innovation. The patent data is based on … feed-in tariffs and does not detect technology-specific differences in the effectiveness of this policy instrument. Third …

Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chapter 2. Innovation and Regional Development -- Chapter 3. Regional Technological …This open access book explores the role of innovation in technological convergence processes in the EU regional space …