Maria Daskalakis

Evolution and Dynamics of Networks in ‘Regional Innovation Systems’ (RIS)

In 1992, Cooke introduced the notion of ‘regional innovation system∈dexRegional Innovation Systems’ (RIS) (Cooke 1992),. The notion synthesizes two strands of research: the discussion about ‘national innovation systems’ (NIS) and empirical studies on regional development dynamics.

Specification Required? A Survey of Scientists’ Views About the Role of Behavioral Economics for Assessing Environmental Policy Instruments

The conceptualization of environmental policies aiming to promote pro-environmental behavior has long been based mainly upon the theoretical inputs provided by standard economics. As a result of a growing awareness about the limited effectiveness of such concepts there is to be observed a re-orientation of environmental policy toward “soft-policy” instruments. In this connection, social scientists and policymakers have increasingly given attention to behavioral economics as a basis for designing more effective policy instruments. Research concerning this approach and especially its actual application are, however, still at an early stage, and, moreover, the field of behavioral economics is still developing.

Behavioral Determinants of Environmental Innovation: A Carnegie-Based Approach

One prominent problem area of environmental policy aiming at reducing the unsustainable impacts of modern economic activities is the question of how to stimulate firms to carry out more environmental innovation. The present study addresses this topic by focusing on the behavioral basis of environmental innovation. Such a behavioral approach may not be surprising given the importance that has been ascribed to behavioral economics by research and policy. However, neither research about environmental innovation nor behavioral economics has been systematically concerned with this topic. Traditional economics with its quite simplifying perspective on the behavior of firms has certainly not focused on this subject.