Spatial perspectives on niche empowerment: an agent-based model
开发了一个基于主体的模型，将主体置于地理空间中，比较基于地理邻近的本地利基与基于相对邻近的全球利基在创建时机、成熟速度、平均利润、环境不确定性和知识交流方面的差异，为促进可持续转型的政策制定提供空间维度参考。
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.