Difficulties with in troducing radical eco-innovation in the car industry
Journal Title: Logistics and Transport - Year 2008, Vol 7, Issue 2
Abstract
In this article, some factors hampering the introduction of radical eco-innovation in the car industry are discussed. These difficulties include transaction costs, organisational structure, profability issues, interest groups, large changes required in the logistic chain, the life-cycle of the car and financial markets. Arguments are provided that the government should stimulate eco-efficiency.
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Joost Platje
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