Science, technology and innovation for sustainable development: Lessons from the Caribbean’s energy transition
Abstract
Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) is important in advancing sustainable development across the globe. One approach available to countries to promote their sustainable development agendas is the advancement of STI to support the adoption of renewable energy technologies. The continued reliance on fossil fuels in the Caribbean is one of the factors hindering the rate at which countries within the subregion are developing. Taking this into account, this study assesses whether the advancement of STI is driving the energy transition in the Caribbean subregion and draws lessons on how STI can better support the subregion’s sustainable development agenda.
Abstract
Abstract .-- Introduction .-- I. Science, technology and innovation in the Caribbean subregion .-- II. An assessment of STI in the Caribbean energy transition .-- III. Conclusions and recommendations.
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Studies and Perspectives Series – The Caribbean No. 110ECLAC Subtopics
ENERGY ; GOVERNANCE OF NATURAL RESOURCES ; INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGIES (ICTS) ; INNOVATION, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ; SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENTUnited Nations Subtopics
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT ; ENERGY RESOURCES ; NATURAL RESOURCES ; INNOVATIONS ; SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ; ENERGY POLICY ; EVALUATIONCountry / Region
CARIBBEAN REGIONen