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Faculty/School

Faculty of Science

School of Information Systems

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Research centre

Centre for Behavioural Economics, Society and Technology

Supervisors

Dr Kenan Degirmenci
Position
Lecturer in Information Systems
Division / Faculty
Faculty of Science

Overview

Trust is a complex, multi-dimensional concept that plays an essential role in any context where there is interaction among different parties. Three dimensions are integral for a profound understanding of trusting beliefs: competence, integrity, and benevolence (Mayer et al., 1995). Due to the contingencies and dynamics of the renewable energy transition, trust is a critical factor in communities (Walker et al., 2010).

In this project, we investigate the multiple dimensions of trust in the context of renewable energies and provide recommendations for service innovation, system and customer value, and energy policy at the community level.

References

  • Mayer, R. C., Davis, J. H., & Schoorman, F. D. (1995). An integrative model of organizational trust. Academy of Management Review, 20(3), 709-734. https://doi.org/10.2307/258792
  • Walker, G., Devine-Wright, P., Hunter, S., High, H., & Evans, B. (2010). Trust and community: Exploring the meanings, contexts and dynamics of community renewable energy. Energy Policy, 38, 2655-2663. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enpol.2009.05.055

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