TITLE

Stimulating Innovation in Energy Technology

AUTHOR(S)
Bonvillian, William B.; Weiss, Charles
PUB. DATE
September 2009
SOURCE
Issues in Science & Technology;Fall2009, Vol. 26 Issue 1, p51
SOURCE TYPE
Academic Journal
DOC. TYPE
Article
ABSTRACT
The article focuses on the challenges in developing the energy technology in the U.S. It explores several challenges that entangle the country's innovation system, particularly the fossil fuels imbedded in the economy and political system, making it hard for new technologies to enter into the market. It suggests the need for innovation policies to be technology-neutral so that technological alternatives can compete on their own technoeconomic virtues. It also highlights the significance of the energy stimulus package from the administration of U.S. President Barack Obama in accelerating innovations.
ACCESSION #
44679044

Tags: RENEWABLE energy sources;  TECHNOLOGICAL innovations;  CREATIVE ability in technology;  FOSSIL fuels -- Economic aspects;  UNITED States. American Recovery & Reinvestment Act of 2009;  ENERGY economics;  TECHNOLOGICAL progress;  OBAMA, Barack, 1961-

 

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