Spatial perspectives on niche empowerment: an agent-based model. Issue 8 (3rd August 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Tani, Almona; Lopolito, Antonio; Morone, Piergiuseppe
• Is Part Of: Regional studies. Volume 55:Issue 8(2021)
• Page Start: 1341
• Page End: 1353
• Publication Date: 2021-08-03
• Subjects: innovation niche -- geographical proximity -- relative proximity -- agent-based modelling -- policy intervention; O31 -- O33 -- O38 -- Q55; Regional planning -- Periodicals; Regional planning -- Great Britain -- Periodicals; 307.14
• DOI: 10.1080/00343404.2021.1893290
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0034-3404

Abstract

ABSTRACT: This paper aims at increasing our understanding of the role of space dimensions in niche evolution dynamics. To accomplish this goal, an agent-based model is developed, locating agents in geographical space. The model is then used to show how local niches built on geographical proximity perform differently from global niches built on relative proximity, in terms of the timing of niche creation, the velocity of niche maturation, average profit, environmental uncertainty and knowledge exchange. It concludes that the spatial dimension of niches should be considered in the development of policies to promote sustainable transitions.