CHALLENGES FOR DISSEMINATION OF SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGIES IN INDIA
CHALLENGES FOR DISSEMINATION OF SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGIES IN INDIA
Publication Year:
2019
Authors:
Mukherjee, Amartya; Agarwal, Nishant; Newman, Charles
Language:
English
Affiliated Orgs.:
Engineering for Change
Resource Type:
Report
Summary:
Report on the challenges of disseminating sustainable technologies in India. The report focuses on the barriers to scaling up sustainable technologies in India.
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Resource Information
Resource Type
Report
Publication Year
2019
Author
Mukherjee, Amartya; Agarwal, Nishant; Newman, Charles
Language
English
Organizational Affiliation
Engineering for Change
Relevant Country
India
University Affiliation
Indian Institute of Technology Madras
Business Connect Takeaways
Dissemination of sustainable technologies in India faces a range of challenges, including limited awareness and demand for the technology, inadequate financing mechanisms, and a lack of coordination among stakeholders. Addressing these challenges will require a sustained and coordinated effort from all actors involved in the dissemination process.
Successful dissemination of sustainable technologies in India requires a focus on user needs and preferences, as well as effective engagement with local communities and stakeholders. This can involve a range of strategies, including participatory design, user-centered marketing, and community-based training and support.
To overcome barriers to dissemination of sustainable technologies in India, it is important to build strong partnerships among government agencies, NGOs, private sector actors, and academic institutions. These partnerships can help to leverage resources, build capacity, and promote effective collaboration across sectors.