Electricity infrastructure and innovation in the next phase of energy transition—amendments to the technology innovation system framework

Bettin, Steffen

doi:10.1007/s43253-020-00021-4

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“…In this paper we build on suggestions that the discipline of IPE should play a central role in examining and explaining the global green transition that is under way (Kuzemko et al 2019 ; Newell 2019 ; Pearse 2020 ; Bettin 2020 ). We address the question as to why it is the NEAsian countries that utilize the full panoply of industrial strategies in driving the clean and green energy transition.…”

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confidence: 99%

Gone with the wind: how state power and industrial policy in the offshore wind power sector are blowing away the obstacles to East Asia’s green energy transition

Mathews

Thurbon

Kim

et al. 2022

Rev Evol Polit Econ

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Offshore wind power (OWP) is emerging as the fastest growing sector in the global race towards renewables, and likely to emerge in just a few years as the largest segment in absolute terms. It has grown from accounting for just 1% of wind power capacity in 2010 to 10% by 2019 and is anticipated to reach 20% early in the 2020s. The OWP sector involves heavy engineering in the building of huge turbines, steel and concrete platforms, and extensive subsea cabling that resembles the shipbuilding industry more than mass production of consumables like solar cells. European firms were early developers of OWP but are now witnessing the rise of strong competitors from Northeast Asia (China, Japan, Korea, Taiwan) as well as potentially the USA. We use the framework of developmental environmentalism to argue that NEAsian developmental state traditions are being extended in the way that firms and governments from the region are promoting OWP. We frame an evolutionary political economy (EPE) argument that characterizes these NEAsian states as in their different ways utilizing OWP as a sustainable and scalable renewable energy source, particularly when linked to green hydrogen production, and are developing a new generation of industrial policies to break down resistance to the energy transition. We frame an argument for these NEAsian transitions as continuing the developmental tradition in what has been described as developmental environmentalism, with state agencies playing a continuing role in setting new directions — in this case towards OWP. We contrast this framework with that of the widely recognized multilevel perspective (MLP) with its emphasis on bottom-up processes. We highlight the role played by fossil fuel companies in finding a place for themselves in the green transition, as they diversify from oil and gas operations (e.g., floating oil platforms) to renewable energy operations (offshore wind), redeploying their resources and capabilities to do so.

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Gone with the wind: how state power and industrial policy in the offshore wind power sector are blowing away the obstacles to East Asia’s green energy transition

Mathews

Thurbon

Kim

et al. 2022

Rev Evol Polit Econ

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“…Central to this infrastructure are alloy pipelines, which serve as critical conduits for transporting various energy resources, such as oil, natural gas, and refined products, over vast distances. The integrity and longevity of these pipelines are of utmost importance in ensuring the efficient and safe operation of energy systems (Bettin, 2020;Schnidrig et al, 2023). This literature review aims to comprehensively analyze the current state of alloy pipelines in energy infrastructure, exploring existing research, studies, and case studies related to their lifespan.…”

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Maximizing Alloy Pipeline Lifespan in Energy Infrastructure: A Review

Olalere,

O. Scott,

Gidiagba

et al. 2023

Mate.corr.eng.manag.

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Energy infrastructure systems’ efficient and reliable operation relies heavily on alloy pipelines’ integrity and lifespan. These pipelines serve as vital conduits for transporting various energy resources, and ensuring their longevity is crucial for maintaining sustainable and safe energy practices. This research paper presents a comprehensive review of strategies to maximize the lifespan of alloy pipelines in energy infrastructure. The paper begins with an introduction highlighting the significance of alloy pipelines in the energy sector and the importance of extending their operational lifespan. A thorough literature review explores existing research on alloy pipelines, corrosion, erosion, stress, and temperature factors that influence their degradation. The selection of appropriate materials and alloys for pipeline construction is analyzed, considering their mechanical, chemical, and corrosion-resistant properties. Corrosion is identified as a major challenge affecting the durability of alloy pipelines. Various corrosion mitigation strategies, such as protective coatings, cathodic protection, and inhibitors, are discussed in detail. The role of advanced monitoring and inspection techniques, including ultrasonic testing and predictive maintenance, in identifying potential issues and ensuring timely repairs is examined. Operational and maintenance best practices are emphasized to avoid premature pipeline failure. Case studies are presented to demonstrate successful implementations of strategies that have prolonged the lifespan of alloy pipelines in energy infrastructure projects. Additionally, the paper discusses future directions and challenges, identifying areas that require further research and development. The findings of this research highlight the importance of proper alloy selection, corrosion management, and regular maintenance in maximizing the lifespan of alloy pipelines in energy infrastructure. The proposed strategies and insights are expected to contribute to the sustainability and efficiency of the energy industry while addressing the pressing need to minimize environmental impacts and ensure a secure energy supply.

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“…Hekkert et al (2020a) have posed that the transformation processes brought about by missions can be conceptualized as taking place in a spatially and temporally defined MIS. This idea of MIS, takes inspiration from the technological innovation system framework (TIS), one of the key frameworks used to analyze innovation and transformative dynamics in specific sectors and technological fields (Bergek et al, 2015;Hekkert et al, 2007) and often used to defining instruments supportive of accelerating the desired socio-technical transitions (Bettin, 2020;Esmailzadeh, 2020;Kieft, 2021).…”

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Understanding circular economy transitions: The case of circular textiles

2022

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The circular economy has been proposed to transform global textile supply chains which are currently challenged by a complex nexus of sustainability issues related to the dominant fast fashion trend. Research on circular economy in the textile sector often focuses on businesses or consumers as key enablers in circular transitions, yet it treats them as independent entities and thereby neglects the study of interactions that can provide insight at the systems level. The proclaimed “circular textile mission” in the Netherlands setting a national target for 100% circularity by 2050 is used as case study to address this research gap. We explore the circular textile transition processes found in the context of the Dutch mission and compare the development and interactions among various technical and non‐technological solutions produced by engaged actor constellations for assessing key factors driving and blocking the overall mission fulfilment. To these ends, we derive a theoretical framework based on innovation system theory and conceptualize the Dutch circular textile transition as a Mission‐oriented Innovation System (MIS). Analyzing the structure and functioning of the Dutch mission‐oriented innovation system, we show that (1) there is a good match between the formal Dutch circular textile mission and system actor perceptions; (2) system actors have formed structures around three dominant solution trajectories in the Dutch system: secondhand, mechanical recycling, and chemical recycling; (3) these trajectories expose distinct key virtuous and vicious cycles, which characterize (4) the entire system as formative. Overall, the secondhand trajectory shows most developed structures and most positive dynamics, chemical recycling carries most technological breakthrough potential, whereas mechanical recycling is a mature technology but lacks market demand and supply. We compare the three solution trajectories, discuss the disruptive nature of the Dutch circular textile transition, and suggest installing Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) as a potential intervention for accelerating system transformation. The study concludes with reflections on the case learnings and considerations for further research on mission‐oriented innovation systems.

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Electricity infrastructure and innovation in the next phase of energy transition—amendments to the technology innovation system framework

Cited by 18 publications

References 129 publications

Gone with the wind: how state power and industrial policy in the offshore wind power sector are blowing away the obstacles to East Asia’s green energy transition

Gone with the wind: how state power and industrial policy in the offshore wind power sector are blowing away the obstacles to East Asia’s green energy transition

Maximizing Alloy Pipeline Lifespan in Energy Infrastructure: A Review

Understanding circular economy transitions: The case of circular textiles

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