A Literature Evaluation of Systemic Challenges Affecting the European Maritime Energy Transition

Jurrit M. Bergsma, Jeroen Pruyn and Geerten van de Kaa
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Jurrit M. Bergsma: Department of Maritime and Transport Technology, Faculty of Mechanical, Maritime and Marine Engineering (3mE), Delft University of Technology, 2628 CD Delft, The Netherlands
Jeroen Pruyn: Department of Maritime and Transport Technology, Faculty of Mechanical, Maritime and Marine Engineering (3mE), Delft University of Technology, 2628 CD Delft, The Netherlands
Geerten van de Kaa: Department of Values, Technology and Innovation, Faculty of Technology, Policy and Management, Delft University of Technology, 2628 BX Delft, The Netherlands

Sustainability, 2021, vol. 13, issue 2, 1-17

Abstract: Energy transition is affecting the European maritime sector at an increasing rate. New technologies and regulations are being introduced with increasing speed. The ability to adapt to these changes is crucial for the economic success of the maritime sector. However, the sector is challenged by inertia due to its global nature and long-life assets (e.g., vessels). These developments result in a globally projected greenhouse gas emission growth rather than a reduction towards 2050. The sector can be considered essential to economic prosperity, but its innovation system should align with global sustainability trends. This article aims to structure and evaluate the maritime sector’s systemic challenges by conducting an extensive systematic review of (sustainable) maritime innovation literature. These findings are structured and discussed via four key activities that support the transition process: developing strategy and policy, creating legitimacy, mobilizing resources, and developing and disseminating knowledge.

Keywords: maritime sector; systemic challenges; energy transition; innovation (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2021
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