Author(s):	David Elzinga, Natural Resources Canada, Ottawa, Canada; in co-operation with Task 10 experts
Organization:	Natural Resources Canada
Date of issue:	March 2008
Type:	Report IEA PVPS Task 10
Reference:	IEA PVPS T10-03:2008
Details:	58 pages, graphs, photographs, tables; with annexes
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Available from:	Task 10 members or the Executive secretary
Abstract:	Executive Summary The new residential construction building industry can play a significant role in deploying BIPV technology. The best methods to encourage this industry to participate in the use of BIPV technology have not been significantly studied by the BIPV and PV industry. The study of innovation literature has shown that there are many aspects that must be considered when making an effort to accelerate the adoption and diffusion of innovative technologies. The aspects most relevant to a specific industry must be determined and then focused upon to make best use of any policy, market approach and market structure. The innovation literature that was investigated indicated that the construction industry is as innovative as many other industries in terms of localized innovation, but can be considered a “laggard” in systemic type innovation that requires multiple firms to change their processes. The adoption and diffusion of BIPV can be considered a localized innovation and therefore the focus on “early adopter” residential building companies can result in higher adoption and diffusion rates of BIPV rather than a generalized approach to the building industry.