Innovation plays a crucial role in the transition towards a sustainable energy system. In order to simultaneously … gained interest. However, the complexity of the systems renders it difficult to disentangle the innovation effects of energy … and innovation policies. Here, we outline a unifying framework based on the notion of technological innovation systems. It …

, we empirically analyze the determinants of innovation in electricity generation, and the role of storage in directing … innovation. Our results show that electricity storage increases innovation not only in renewables but also in conventional … technologies. This implies that efforts to increase innovation in storage can benefit conventional, fossil fuel-fired electricity …