Eco-innovation and research

The report examines, by way of example, the solar collector, the wind turbine and the lithium-ion battery, which factors were decisive for technology leaps in the development of these eco-innovations and how much time was needed to do so. In addition to a mature technology, other factors are also relevant to the market penetration of eco-innovations. In particular, legal framework conditions trigger technological leaps that take into account the need for resource savings, climate protection and environmental protection. Even better products or lower costs lead to higher levels of penetration. Research is not only a prerequisite for innovation, but also service for the entire eco-innovation process. This enables new application areas to be opened up and a significant benefit and added value can be generated in the application.