This paper focuses on cluster facilitators and their efforts in facilitating the development of clusters. At present, the vast majority of literature presents a uniform image of cluster facilitators despite the fact that different types of clusters influence their role and purpose. Thus, the aim...

Erfolgreiches Innovationsmanagement erfordert die Einbeziehung von Informationen über zukünftige Markt- und Umfeldentwicklungen in den Planungsprozess. Aufgrund der Komplexität und der Dynamik dieses Umfeldes gestalten sich Prognosen jedoch zunehmend problematisch: Innovationsmanager sind...

"This volume explores the roles which politics, market forces and leadership play as barriers or facilitators in the development of sustainable energy sources. Beginning with an overview of energy-related programs and legislation the book discusses the various financial programs and policy...

Local governments have the power to influence the energy choices of their citizens. Many cities and towns have already encouraged energy efficiency measures. Even so, as demand for energy services continues to grow, the energy infrastructure that every city and town depends on will need to be...