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How the policy mix impacts innovation: findings from company case studies on offshore wind in Germany
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posted on 2023-06-09, 01:02 authored by Kristin Reichardt, Karoline RoggeKaroline RoggeTransforming the energy system to one with a greater importance of renewables requires redirecting and accelerating technological change. In this transition, so-called policy mixes play a crucial role. Yet precisely how policy mixes affect technological innovation remains poorly understood. To remedy this, in this study we choose a qualitative company case study approach to analyze the innovation impact of a comprehensive policy mix, taking offshore wind in Germany as research case. We find that the feed-in tariff level and the perceived consistency and credibility of the German offshore wind policy mix have been vital innovation drivers. Specifically, the consistent and stable policy strategy with its long-term targets, and the consistency of the instrument mix with this policy strategy appear crucial to RD&D. In contrast, adoption decisions depend on a comprehensive and consistent instrument mix. Finally, a high level of credibility can partly offset negative effects of inconsistencies in the mix.
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GRETCHEN; BMBF; 01LA1117A
RESPONSES; EU FP7; 244092
CIED; UK EPRSC; EP/KO11790/1
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Environmental Innovation and Societal TransitionsISSN
2210-4224Publisher
ElsevierExternal DOI
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18Page range
62-81Department affiliated with
- SPRU - Science Policy Research Unit Publications
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2016-04-27First Compliant Deposit (FCD) Date
2016-06-10Usage metrics
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