The Green Energy Transition: Beyond the Capability of Democratic Government?

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2018-06-15

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This research project will analyze the key actors that are concerned with US climate change policy. Both actors from the public and private sector will be discussed including the government at federal and state level, corporations, investors and the citizens and consumers. The central question is what the role of the federal government is in climate change action and whether the democratic system is capable of handling a long-term societal challenge such as climate change. Key terms: Climate change; Proactive business strategy; Intergovernmentalism; Energy transition; Stakeholders; Investors; Democratic government; Societal challenges

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