Abstract:Phase-out has emerged as a policy approach to confront multiple sustainability crises. From ozone-depleting substances and hazardous chemicals to fossil fuels and transport technologies, phase-out experiences have been documented by diverse scientific communities. To consolidate this dispersed knowledge and inspire more systematic research, we map the evolution of scientific discussions about phase-out through a systematic literature review. Examining 870 papers published since 1970, we trace the evolving natu… Show more
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