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Introduction & Contents Regional Innovation System of the W.C. Some theory… The Stellenbosch Innovation District
Building the Regional Innovation System • Economy Wide ( Macro level Policy) • Sectoral/ Cross Sector (Focus on each sector/ clusters) • Niches/ Novelty / Radical (Support for specific R&D programmes) • Spatial Innovation/ Entrepreneurship (Creating innovation spaces)
Regional Innovation System Networks Competiveness and the Resources-based view of the firm Absolute vs. Relative Proximity Institution building & intermediaries Top down & bottom-up approach The SID as example
Stellenbosch Innovation District The Stellenbosch Innovation District is an innovation exchange and showcase space for sustainable economic growth Goal is to transition Stellenbosch into a SMART & Sustainable town by 2020
Infrastructure constraints Mobility issues Local economic development Socio-economic inequality
Lack of entrepreneurial support Budget constraints Limited resources Environmental threats
World class university Strong business community Skilled & passionate people Dedicated local leadership
The (SID) as a Catalyst for Regional Economic Growth: 1. TURNING CHALLENGES INTO OPPORTUNITIES Innovation Voucher System Research for business support and competitiveness 2. CONNECTING PEOPLE FOR PROFIT Online web portal for connecting innovation actors, entrepreneurs and investors Innovator clubs in Clean-tech, Agriculture & ICT The Lion’s Den & Hall of Fame 3. SHOWCASING STELLENBOSCH AS A SMART & SUSTAINABLE TOWN Implementing SMART Projects in Stellenbosch SMART Projects timeline
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Implementing innovations for a SMART town
World-leading sustainable city, 6.5 km2; 90 000 Live & Work; 100% based on renewable energy Zero carbon balance Close to zero waste Car-free Driving Elements: university - , special economic zone, residential, leisure & complementary components, integrated sustainable infrastructure MASDAR (SUSTAINABILITY RESEARCH INSTITUTE) Transforming Technopark Now 15
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Thank you for your time & support! Prof. Alan Brent acb@sun.ac.za Pieter van Heyningen pieter@sustnet.com
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