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Laura Diaz Anadon1, Gabriel Chan2, Alicia G Harley3

  • 1Harvard Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA 02138; Department of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Public Policy, University College London, London W1T 6EY, United Kingdom;

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Harnessing technological innovation for sustainable development requires understanding complex systems and reforming institutions. Action proposals focus on learning, inclusivity, and reorienting innovation towards societal needs.

Keywords:
complex adaptive systemsinnovation systemsknowledge systemssustainable developmenttechnology

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Area of Science:

  • Sustainable Development Studies
  • Innovation Studies
  • Socio-technical Systems Analysis

Background:

  • Technological innovation is crucial for sustainable development but faces complex challenges.
  • Innovation processes are not linear but emerge from adaptive systems with multiple actors and institutions.
  • Existing institutions often fail to align innovation with sustainable development goals due to power imbalances.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide insights and action proposals for leveraging technological innovation for sustainable development.
  • To identify barriers and opportunities within innovation systems.
  • To propose reforms for inclusive and effective innovation.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of scholarship and practice in technological innovation for sustainable development.
  • Cross-sectoral comparisons of innovation systems.
  • Identification of institutional barriers and potential reforms.

Main Results:

  • Technological innovation emerges from complex adaptive systems, not linear sequences.
  • Barriers exist at all stages of innovation, from invention to retirement.
  • Current institutions often exclude marginalized populations, hindering sustainable development.

Conclusions:

  • Regularized learning channels across practice domains are essential.
  • Measures to include underserved populations throughout the innovation process are needed.
  • Institutional reform is critical to reorient innovation systems toward sustainable development goals.