Analyzing the Role of Values and Ideals in the Development of Energy Systems:: How Values, Their Idealizations, and Technologies Shape Political Decision-Making

This study examines an important aspect of energy history and policy: the intertwinement of energy technologies with ideals. Ideals play an important role in energy visions and innovation pathways. Aspirations to realize technical, social, and political ideals indicate a long-term commitment in the design of energy systems, distinguishable from...