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Sustainable innovation through leapfrogging: A review of the evidence
journal contribution
posted on 2023-06-07, 22:08 authored by Jim Watson, Raphael SauterEnvironmental leapfrogging' assumes that developing countries might be able to skip some of the dirty stages of development experienced by industrialised countries. Environmental leapfrogging could, therefore, contribute to development and environmental goals including climate mitigation objectives. This paper examines the prospects for environmental leapfrogging by reviewing the literature on technology leapfrogging and a set of four case studies. It shows that leapfrogging is possible, but that the key factors for success are different in each case. It is, therefore, not possible to generalise to a large degree. Trial-and-error learning needs to be accepted as part of leapfrogging strategies.
History
Publication status
- Published
Journal
International Journal of Technology and GlobalisationPublisher
InderScience PublishersExternal DOI
Issue
3/4Volume
5Page range
170-189Department affiliated with
- SPRU - Science Policy Research Unit Publications
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- Yes