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Culture and low-carbon energy transitions

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posted on 2023-06-09, 20:38 authored by Benjamin SovacoolBenjamin Sovacool, Steve Griffiths
How does culture influence low-carbon energy transitions? How can insights about cultural influences guide energy planners and policymakers trying to stimulate transitions, particularly at a time of rapid technological change? This Review examines the influence of culture on a selection of low-carbon technologies and behavioural practices that reflect different dimensions of sustainability. Based on a typology of low-carbon technology and behaviour, we explore the cultural dimensions of four specific cases: eco-driving, ridesharing, automated vehicles and whole-house retrofits. We conclude with recommendations for those seeking to analyse, understand, develop, demonstrate and deploy low-carbon innovations for sustainable energy transitions.

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  • Published

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  • Accepted version

Journal

Nature Sustainability

ISSN

2398-9629

Publisher

Nature Research

Volume

3

Page range

685-693

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  • SPRU - Science Policy Research Unit Publications

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  • Yes

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  • Yes

Legacy Posted Date

2020-02-18

First Open Access (FOA) Date

2020-11-12

First Compliant Deposit (FCD) Date

2020-02-17

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