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A Clean Energy “Moon Shot” Is Sitting on the Launch Pad, and Congress Can Supply the Fuel. Here’s How

Colin Cunliff, Linh Nguyen, David M. Hart

2021

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Summary

This policy document, authored by researchers at the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation, examines congressional mechanisms to advance clean energy technology development, as suggested by the title's reference to a 'moon shot' framework. The paper appears to propose legislative strategies and funding approaches to accelerate innovation in energy systems, drawing on analogies to major historical technology initiatives. Without access to the full text, the specific policy recommendations and their evidence base cannot be fully characterised.

UK applicability

UK policy-makers may find limited direct application, as the paper addresses United States congressional mechanisms. However, comparative analysis of how different legislatures structure innovation funding in energy systems could inform UK energy policy and technology strategy discussions.

Key measures

Not applicable — policy analysis rather than quantitative measurement

Outcomes reported

The paper discusses policy mechanisms and legislative approaches Congress could employ to accelerate clean energy technology development. It examines the framing of clean energy innovation as a strategic national priority comparable to major technological initiatives.

Theme
Policy, governance & rights
Subject
Climate & greenhouse gas mitigation
Study type
Policy
Study design
Policy report
Source type
Policy report
Status
Published
Geography
United States
System type
Other
Catalogue ID
BFmoc27vt9-me4ktk

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