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Demonstration project as a procedure for accelerating the application of new technology (Charpie Task Force report). Volume II.

Published
United States : [publisher not identified], 1978.
[Oak Ridge, Tennessee] : [U.S. Atomic Energy Commission], 1978.
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microfiche : negative ; 11 x 15 cm

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Summary
This report examines the issues associated with government programs proposed for the ''commercialization'' of new energy technologies; these programs are intended to hasten the pace at which target technologies are adopted by the private sector. The ''commercial demonstration'' is the principal tool used in these programs. Most previous government interventions in support of technological change have focused on R and D and left to the private sector the decision as to adoption for commercial utilization; thus there is relatively little in the way of analysis or experience which bears direct application. The analysis is divided into four sections. First, the role of R, D, and D within the structure of the national energy goals and policies is examined. The issue of ''prices versus gaps'' is described as a crucial difference of viewpoint concerning the role of the government in the future of the energy system. Second, the process of technological change as it occurs with respect to energy technologies is then examined for possible sources of misalignment of social and private incentives. The process is described as a series of investments. Third, correction of these sources of misalignment then becomes the goal of commercial demonstration programs as this goal and the means for attaining it are explored. Government-supported commercialization may be viewed as a subsidy to the introduction stage of the process; the circumstances under which such subsidies are likely to affect the success of the subsequent diffusion stage are addressed. The discussion then turns to the political, legal, and institutional problems. Finally, methods for evaluation and planning of commercial demonstration programs are analyzed. The critical areas of ignorance are highlighted and comprise a research agenda for improved analytical techniques to support decisions in this area.
Report Numbers
DOE/RA-0003/2
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Collection
U.S. Atomic Energy Commission depository collection.
Note
DOE contract number: EX-76-C-01-2295-006
OSTI Identifier 5009747
Research organization: Department of Energy, Washington, D.C. (USA).
Funding Information
Sponsored by USDOE.
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