Science
The Role of Citizens in Energy Transition: Moving Beyond Tokenism
While citizen participation is recognized as essential for a successful energy transition, research indicates that it often falls short of being realized in practice.
Editorial Staff
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Updated 15 days ago
The importance of citizen involvement in the energy transition is widely acknowledged, yet the reality often does not match this ideal.
Nikki Kluskens, in her Ph.D. research at TU/e, highlights the significant gap between the theoretical importance of citizen participation and its practical implementation.
This disconnect raises questions about how to effectively engage citizens in the energy transition process, ensuring their contributions are meaningful rather than merely symbolic.