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Environmental Studies
Itzell Torres, Joerg Niewoehner
Summary: Mexico started its path towards renewable energy in 2013 with ambitious targets for clean energy and carbon emissions. However, the efforts were stalled and even reversed after President López Obrador was elected in 2018. In this time of uncertainty, different energy futures are being debated. Through interviews and analysis, the central role of energy sovereignty and different imaginaries in shaping these futures is discussed. The politicization of energy may provide an opportunity for broader notions of energy sovereignty to be included in future imaginaries.
ENERGY RESEARCH & SOCIAL SCIENCE
(2023)
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Environmental Studies
Kirstine Lund Christiansen, Wim Carton
Summary: This article explores the competing and emerging visions on the role and governance of negative emissions technologies (NETs) in Sweden using the concept of sociotechnical imaginaries. The study finds relatively high agreement on the role of bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS) in Swedish energy systems, while measures in the land-use sector are more contested. These differences can be attributed to conflicts or alignment with existing imaginaries of the bioeconomy in Sweden and the political and economic interests that underlie these conditions.
ENERGY RESEARCH & SOCIAL SCIENCE
(2021)
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Environmental Studies
Sheila Jasanoff, Hilton R. Simmet
Summary: The concept of sociotechnical imaginaries (STIs) and its application in the field of Energy, Resources, and Society Studies (ERSS) are discussed in this paper. The origins of STIs in science and technology studies (STS) and their migration into ERSS are examined, with a focus on their role in energy research. By comparing STIs with actor-network theory (ANT), the paper explores the implications of STIs in uncovering the cultural and sociopolitical aspects of sociotechnical transitions in the global South, using case studies from Senegal and India as examples.
ENERGY RESEARCH & SOCIAL SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Environmental Studies
Pernille Viktoria Kathja Andersen, Line Lisberg Christensen, Kirsten Gram-Hanssen, Susse Georg, Anders Horsbol, Anna Marszal-Pomianowska
Summary: This article investigates the possibilities of including residents more actively in flexibility generation and district heating systems operation. By analyzing professionals' understanding and rationales ascribed to residents, the article highlights the importance professionals attach to autonomy, economy, and comfort, and proposes experimenting with different collaborative forms to engage residents and professionals.
ENERGY RESEARCH & SOCIAL SCIENCE
(2022)
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Economics
Amelia Mutter
Summary: This study examines the role of electric vehicles in a fossil fuel independent future as outlined in the Swedish policy document Fossil Fuel Freedom on the Road, and how this vision is stabilized through policy processes. Through analysis of consultation responses and two policy measures, it shows how this imaginary is embedded and contested in different contexts.
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Social Sciences, Interdisciplinary
Lars Gerhold, Edda Brandes
Summary: This article examines the role of technology in public security in Germany and presents two future scenarios for Germany in 2035. These scenarios are considered as competing sociotechnical imaginaries, with security technologies influencing social change and vice versa. The analysis identifies ten key factors that impact security technology use and lead to the scenarios "To Be Ahead" and "Turn Back The Clock."
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF FUTURES RESEARCH
(2021)
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Environmental Studies
Katarzyna Rabiej-Sienicka, Tadeusz Jozef Rudek, Aleksandra Wagner
Summary: Despite global commitment to tackling climate change, Poland remains resistant to fast changes in its energy system. The dominant sociotechnical imaginary in Poland focuses on preserving the existing centralized energy system and relies heavily on hard coal and lignite. However, alternative imaginaries related to decentralization, energy democracy, and renewables are gaining importance.
ENERGY RESEARCH & SOCIAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Economics
Ned Barker, Carey Jewitt
Summary: This paper explores sociotechnical imaginaries for industrial robotics with the aim of promoting human-centred industrial futures. It investigates the tactility of labour and proposes concepts for fostering collaboration between humans and robots. The research also highlights the splintering of dominant sociotechnical imaginaries towards utopic and dystopic extremes.
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Environmental Studies
Yolande Strengers, Kari Dahlgren, Sarah Pink, Jathan Sadowski, Larissa Nicholls
Summary: This article introduces a qualitative scenario methodology that uses comic-strip representations to reveal and disrupt the narratives and assumptions embedded in digital technology and energy industry imaginaries. By analyzing industry reports, the article provides a method for social scientists to explore industry imaginaries in relation to the home and demonstrates how this method can disrupt existing imaginaries, paving the way for alternative futures.
ENERGY RESEARCH & SOCIAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Studies
Jesse Hoffman, Megan Davies, Thomas Bauwens, Philipp Spath, Maarten A. Hajer, Bleta Arifi, Amir Bazaz, Mark Swilling
Summary: Recent academic evidence suggests that the introduction of renewable energy infrastructures often leads to negative social equity outcomes. This paper develops an integrative framework for analysing agency in aligning renewable energy and social equity, highlighting the importance of 'reimagining', 'recoding' and 'reconfiguring'. The 'triple re-cycle' illustrated in case studies from Germany and South Africa shows how different domains of agency can impact social equity outcomes in energy transitions globally.
ENERGY RESEARCH & SOCIAL SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Michael Forsman, Ingrid Forsler, Signe Opermann, Emanuele Bardone, Margus Pedaste
Summary: Estonia has successfully positioned itself as a digital society and education nation since gaining independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. The transformation is based on the idea that digital solutions can revolutionize the classroom and enhance learning for future citizens. This case study examines a prototype future classroom showcased at the Estonian pavilion in EXPO 2020 Dubai, as a means of promoting the country's education system and thriving ed-tech sector to foreign investors and policymakers. The futuristic visuals and slogans conveyed the message that Estonia is already embracing the anticipated digital future, inviting foreign investment, while also reinforcing its national and historical narrative within the European cultural sphere.
LEARNING MEDIA AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
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Environmental Studies
Zoe Chateau, Patrick Devine-Wright, Jane Wills
Summary: In this Perspective, the interconnectedness between imagining energy futures and envisioning collective social and geographical futures is emphasized. By examining the concept of spatial imaginaries, a more assertive spatial perspective on sociotechnical imaginaries (STIs) is formalized. The co-production of STIs and spatial imaginaries is identified as a productive way to conceptualize the spatial dimensions of energy transitions. Through exploring three types of spatial imaginary and addressing the politics of space and scale in the circulation of energy transition imaginaries, insights into how spatial concepts are mobilized in processes of social change are offered.
ENERGY RESEARCH & SOCIAL SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Andre Aguiar, Thais Suzane Milessi, Daniella Regina Mulinari, Melina Savioli Lopes, Sirlene Maria da Costa, Rafael Garcia Candido
Summary: Sugarcane straw, accounting for one-third of the total sugarcane energy, has great potential for applications in energy generation and production of high-value bioproducts and biomaterials. Progress in processing sugarcane straw highlights the possibilities of obtaining valuable products and promoting environmental-friendly and cost-effective processes.
BIOMASS & BIOENERGY
(2021)
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Environmental Studies
Melissa Bollman
Summary: Although empirical studies on energy imaginaries have increased, little research has been done on the methodological complications of studying imaginaries as an empirical concept. This paper aims to expand the methodological toolkit for energy imaginaries researchers by examining the systematic methods of identifying energy imaginaries in policy discourse. The study applies frame analysis, rhetorical analysis, and conventional discourse analysis to energy policy documents in Maine (United States) between 1996 and 2019, and analyzes the similarities and differences in the results.
ENERGY RESEARCH & SOCIAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Antonio Carvalho, Mariana Riquito, Vera Ferreira
Summary: This article analyzes the sociotechnical imaginaries of energy transition in the context of the Portuguese Roadmap for Carbon Neutrality 2050 (RNC2050). It highlights the diversity and conflicting nature of these sociotechnical imaginaries and explores their implications for addressing the climate crisis. The study identifies four distinct sociotechnical imaginaries and examines their key features and stakeholders. The findings contribute to energy transition research and have policy implications for energy transition policymakers.
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Environmental Sciences
Malgorzata Blicharska, Richard J. Smithers, Magdalena Kuchler, Ganesh K. Agrawal, Jose M. Gutierrez, Ahmed Hassanali, Saleemul Huq, Silvia H. Koller, Sugata Marjit, Hassan M. Mshinda, Hj Hassan Masjuki, Noel W. Solomons, Johannes Van Staden, Grzegorz Mikusinski
NATURE CLIMATE CHANGE
(2017)
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Ecology
Magdalena Kuchler
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2010)
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Agricultural Economics & Policy
Magdalena Kuchler, Bjorn-Ola Linner
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Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Henrik Wachtmeister, Magdalena Kuchler, Mikael Hook
Summary: This paper examines the political claims and hopes surrounding Poland's potential self-sufficiency in natural gas and becoming a gas exporter through shale gas production. It suggests that achieving such national expectations would require a significant amount of drilling and hydraulic fracturing, which would necessitate reconsideration of national energy security plans and expectations related to shale gas production.
NATURAL RESOURCES RESEARCH
(2021)
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Environmental Studies
Magdalena Kuchler, Gavin Bridge
ENERGY RESEARCH & SOCIAL SCIENCE
(2018)
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Environmental Studies
Magdalena Kuchler
ENVIRONMENTAL POLITICS
(2017)
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Economics
Magdalena Kuchler
INTERNATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL AGREEMENTS-POLITICS LAW AND ECONOMICS
(2017)
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Economics
Magdalena Kuchler, Johan Hedren
REVIEW OF RADICAL POLITICAL ECONOMICS
(2016)
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Environmental Studies
Magdalena Kuchler, Eva Lovbrand
ENVIRONMENTAL POLITICS
(2016)
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Environmental Studies
Magdalena Kuchler
ENERGY RESEARCH & SOCIAL SCIENCE
(2017)
Article
Ecology
Simon Rabaa, Robert Wilken, Sylvie Geisendorf
Summary: Energy efficiency measures are crucial for combating climate change, but rebound effects may undermine their effectiveness. This study finds that prior energy efficiency behavior does not hinder subsequent climate-friendly behavior, which is determined by individual demographics and environmental attitudes.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
James R. Meldrum, Patricia A. Champ, Hannah Brenkert-Smith, Christopher M. Barth, Abby E. McConnell, Carolyn Wagner, Colleen Donovan
Summary: This study reassessed a previous study using a richer dataset and found that individuals with lower incomes are less likely to participate in cost-sharing programs, and even if they do participate, they contribute a lower share. This indicates potential economic equity concerns.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Daniel Rueb
Summary: This paper examines the distributional effects of the European Commission's Fit-for-55 package at the household level in seven EU countries and finds that a household-size specific lump-sum refund can mitigate the negative distributional effects of a carbon tax and reduce overall inequality.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Correction
Ecology
Anke Jacksohn, Miguel Angel Tovar Reanos, Frank Pothen, Katrin Rehdanz
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Pierre Chiaverina, Sophie Drogue, Florence Jacquet
Summary: This study investigates the impact of farmers' participation in different short food supply chains (SFSCs) on synthetic pesticide use and crop yields. The findings show that farmers who sell part of their crops through direct-to-consumer channels use significantly fewer synthetic pesticides compared to those who sell through long food supply chains. However, there is no evidence that farmers involved in direct-to-retailer channels use significantly fewer synthetic pesticides. Additionally, there is no indication that SFSC participation affects crop yields.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Kangyin Dong, Yang Liu, Jianda Wang, Xiucheng Dong
Summary: This study uses the generalized method of moments (GMM) model to explore the relationship between the digital economy and energy vulnerability in 110 economies. The findings suggest that the digital economy effectively reduces energy vulnerability, with digital infrastructure and social impact being the main contributors. Furthermore, the digital economy helps upgrade the industrial structure and financial development level, thereby reducing energy vulnerability. Additionally, the negative impact of the digital economy on energy vulnerability is more significant in regions with higher income levels.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Romain Espinosa, Nicolas Treich
Summary: This study examines a simple model of consumption of animals with altruistic behavior towards animals. The model reveals a public good issue, where the market equilibrium leads to low quality and excessive quantity of animal lives when they are not worth living. The implications of the findings and the significance of the modeling choices for future economic research on animal welfare are discussed.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Arianna Buratto, Lorenzo Lotti
Summary: Finding ways to steer consumers towards vegetarian and plant-based meals is important for reducing the environmental impact of diets. In this study, we investigated the use of nudges in restaurants to increase sales of vegetarian and plant-based dishes. We found that removing symbols for these dishes increased sales, while adding a low emissions symbol had no effect. However, when the nudge was made transparent through a statement, sales significantly increased. These findings support the use of nudges as cost-effective interventions to address unsustainable food consumption in the hospitality sector.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Emmanuel Paroissien, Timothy K. M. Beatty, Antoine Nebout
Summary: This article provides empirical evidence that the opportunity cost of time explains the frequency of household food waste. The study found that proxies for the opportunity cost of time were positively correlated with the probability of reporting wasting food.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Jefim Vogel, Gauthier Guerin, Daniel W. O'Neill, Julia K. Steinberger
Summary: This study explores the vulnerability of livelihoods to a reduction in economic output and introduces a novel analytic framework to describe their relationship. The study finds that the vulnerability is not inevitable but arises from insecurity in wage labor, adequate incomes, and pensions. These conditions are primarily due to profit maximization and neoliberal welfare and labor policies. The study identifies a range of interventions to overcome this vulnerability and make stringent environmental policies socially sustainable and politically palatable.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Franziska Dorn, Simone Maxand, Thomas Kneib
Summary: Understanding the interconnected nature of rising carbon emissions and income inequality is crucial to achieve social and ecological sustainability. The distributional copula model used in this study uncovers complex interdependencies that standard linear regression techniques might hide.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Darius Corbier, Frederic Gonand
Summary: The article investigates the macroeconomic channels of transmission of the low-carbon transition in two official scenarios for the French power system under different oil price scenarios. The results show that technical progress and substitution mechanisms can drive the decarbonization of the economy and growth, with energy demand and durable goods demand being the main transmission channels.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Gloria Amaris, Stepan Vesely, Stephane Hess, Christian A. Klockner
Summary: The study of human behavior is crucial for the development of policies for sustainability. It is important to consider the possibility of spillover effects in mathematical models, as exposure to related choices can influence subsequent behavior. Our study demonstrates the existence of these spillover effects and showcases the effectiveness of discrete choice models.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Sonia Almeida Neves, Antonio Cardoso Marques, Leonardo Batista de sa Lopes
Summary: This paper investigates the impact of European Union regulations on e-waste exports. The findings suggest that taxation is ineffective in reducing e-waste exports and may even increase them. Additionally, high dependence on foreign raw materials and sub-standard waste collection systems contribute to the increase in e-waste exports. Therefore, investing in e-waste collection facilities can better utilize the valuable resources in this waste.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Gregor Semieniuk
Summary: Efforts to decouple economic growth from resource use and negative environmental impacts have yielded inconclusive results, partially due to the uncertainties in historical measurement arising from definitional changes to GDP. This study examines the impact of GDP vintages on decoupling results and finds that a significant number of countries switch between relative decoupling and recoupling, and that GDP vintages also affect environmental Kuznets curve results and the decline in global energy intensity. The inconsistencies in economic measurement introduce ambiguity into historical decoupling evidence and model projections into the future.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)