Social acceptance of the clean energy concept: Exploring the clean energy understanding of Istanbul residents

Erbil A.

RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS, vol.15, pp.4498-4506, 2011 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Review
  • Volume: 15
  • Publication Date: 2011
  • Doi Number: 10.1016/j.rser.2011.07.101
  • Journal Name: RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
  • Page Numbers: pp.4498-4506
  • Keywords: Clean energy, Social acceptance, Turkey, SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT, RENEWABLE ENERGY
  • Istanbul Technical University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

The energy issue is considered as one of the most important issues on the global agenda not only to meet the increasing energy needs but also for environmental protection and enhancement. Practices on utilizing renewable-clean energy sources and discussions related to these practices have been increasing worldwide. This paper's purpose is to provide empirical data for the deliberation of clean energy and its social acceptance by exploring Istanbul residents' understanding on clean energy. The overall outcome of the conducted survey indicated that Istanbul residents have accepted the clean energy concept at the theoretical level. However, to carry out this acceptance, they should be provided more information and the changes to use them. (C) 2011 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.