TY - JOUR
T1 - The hygeniec transition from cesspools to sewer systems (1840-1930) : the dynamics of regime transformation
AU - Geels, F.W.
PY - 2006
Y1 - 2006
N2 - This article addresses the topic of transition and system change, and proposes endogenous regime transformation as alternative transition path to technological substitution. Using sociological and institutional insights, the dynamics of regime transformation are conceptualised. Two characteristics are pressure from outsider groups and adjustments in cognitions, norms and formal rules, enacted by regime insiders. The transformation perspective is illustrated with a historical case study, the hygienic transition from cesspools to integrated sewer systems in The Netherlands. The case study is used to make additions to the transformation perspective, particularly with regard to tactical and strategic games.
Keywords: Hygienic transition; Sewer systems; Regime transformation
AB - This article addresses the topic of transition and system change, and proposes endogenous regime transformation as alternative transition path to technological substitution. Using sociological and institutional insights, the dynamics of regime transformation are conceptualised. Two characteristics are pressure from outsider groups and adjustments in cognitions, norms and formal rules, enacted by regime insiders. The transformation perspective is illustrated with a historical case study, the hygienic transition from cesspools to integrated sewer systems in The Netherlands. The case study is used to make additions to the transformation perspective, particularly with regard to tactical and strategic games.
Keywords: Hygienic transition; Sewer systems; Regime transformation
U2 - 10.1016/j.respol.2006.06.001
DO - 10.1016/j.respol.2006.06.001
M3 - Article
SN - 0048-7333
VL - 35
SP - 1069
EP - 1082
JO - Research Policy
JF - Research Policy
IS - 7
ER -