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Forecasting job creation from renewable energy deployment through a value-chain approach

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  • Llera, E.
  • Scarpellini, S.
  • Aranda, A.
  • Zabalza, I.

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This paper introduces a new approach to the study of the socioeconomic impact of renewable technologies through the analysis of the reinforcing effects of the expansion of this industry and the specific characteristics of the employment along the value chain.

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  • Llera, E. & Scarpellini, S. & Aranda, A. & Zabalza, I., 2013. "Forecasting job creation from renewable energy deployment through a value-chain approach," Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Elsevier, vol. 21(C), pages 262-271.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:rensus:v:21:y:2013:i:c:p:262-271
    DOI: 10.1016/j.rser.2012.12.053
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