Structuration Mechanisms of a Creation Process of Local Energy Systems

Jussi Valta; Saku Mäkinen

doi:10.1109/TEMSCONEUROPE54743.2022.9802055

Structuration Mechanisms of a Creation Process of Local Energy Systems

Jussi Valta, Saku Mäkinen

Industrial Engineering and Management

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Local energy systems (LESs) are becoming increasingly important vehicles for the energy sector in its quest for sustainable energy production, delivery and use. However, little is known about the creation processes of LES and microfoundations of these creation processes. Hence, in this exploratory case study, we investigate the mechanisms of LES creation. We build on multilevel approach to investigate micromacro mechanisms in this creation process. We explain how macro-level trends and decisions are translated into micro-level through actor properties and meso-level development of the LES. Furthermore, we describe how micro-level sensemaking leads to transformation mechanisms, including institutional work, marketing, and networking. Finally, we also suggest future research avenues based on our findings.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	2022 IEEE Technology and Engineering Management Conference (TEMSCON EUROPE)
Publisher	IEEE
Number of pages	8
ISBN (Electronic)	978-1-6654-8313-1
ISBN (Print)	978-1-6654-8314-8
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1109/TEMSCONEUROPE54743.2022.9802055
Publication status	Published - 2022
Publication type	A4 Article in conference proceedings
Event	IEEE Technology and Engineering Management Conference - Izmir, Turkey Duration: 25 Apr 2022 → 29 Apr 2022

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Conference	IEEE Technology and Engineering Management Conference
Country/Territory	Turkey
City	Izmir
Period	25/04/22 → 29/04/22

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local energy system
process view
mechanisms
Coleman's bathtub

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