Publication Details |
| Category | Text Publication |
| Reference Category | Journals |
| DOI | 10.1177/03063127241246551 |
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| Title (Primary) | Wake effects and temperature plumes: Coping with non-knowledge in the expansion of wind and geothermal energy |
| Author | Sonnberger, M.; Pfeiffer, M.; Bleicher, A.; Gross, M. |
| Source Titel | Social Studies of Science |
| Year | 2024 |
| Department | SUSOZ |
| Volume | 54 |
| Issue | 6 |
| Page From | 859 |
| Page To | 882 |
| Language | englisch |
| Topic | T5 Future Landscapes |
| Keywords | non-knowledge; ignorance; geothermal energy; wind energy; energy transition |
| Abstract | Energy transitions are knowledge-intensive processes where a multitude of actors are trying to cope with inevitable knowledge gaps, surprises, and uncertainties. In this context, we focus on two techno-physical phenomena that are gaining practical relevance with the expansion of wind and geothermal energy extraction, and are surrounded by significant unknowns: wake effects and temperature plumes. Both phenomena can potentially affect the efficiency of energy production, but the extent of their impact is not yet known. Based on 28 semi-structured interviews with experts in the fields of wind and geothermal energy, we explore how different central actors perceive and interpret non-knowledge of wake effects and temperature plumes, and how they deal with it. We show that there are strategies for either using non-knowledge as a basis for action or simply ignoring it and sweeping knowledge gaps under the rug. Both strategies serve the function of protecting agency and keeping things going. |
| Persistent UFZ Identifier | https://www.ufz.de/index.php?en=20939&ufzPublicationIdentifier=29502 |
| Sonnberger, M., Pfeiffer, M., Bleicher, A., Gross, M. (2024): Wake effects and temperature plumes: Coping with non-knowledge in the expansion of wind and geothermal energy Soc. Stud. Sci. 54 (6), 859 - 882 10.1177/03063127241246551 |
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