Improving the Capacity for Adoption of Renewable Energy Sources in Transport and Logistics: Approbation of a Methodological Approach

The paper, derived from a previously performed by the co-authors empirical study on the topic of attitudes, barriers and options for adoption of renewable energy sources (RES) in their various types (biomass, wind turbines, biofuels, photovoltaics), represents a general methodology concept and its relevant practical approbation for improving the awareness and capacity of regional actors within the triple-helix matrix (business, government, academia) for adoption and application of renewable energy sources (RES) in their activities. In line with one of the topics of the in the EU Strategy for the Danube Region (EUSDR) the methodological approach is practically implemented in drafting a project proposal focused on supporting the effective cooperation of regional actors in Ruse region (Bulgaria), also a cross-border region with Romania. Object of the pilot action is the Intermodal transport and logistics cluster of Ruse (ITLC Ruse) and the empirical results from the approbation are connected with increased knowledge about the motivation for using RES, obstacles, expected results from using RES in business, government and academic organizations; sharing of knowledge, experience and good practices of the stakeholders; elaboration of an integrated policy for better energy efficiency and application of RES in ITLC Ruse, which is set to be practically implemented by a Road map for improving capacity for adoption of RES.