Convergence Clubs and Spatial Externalities Models and Applications of Regional Convergence in Europe
Do dynamic externalities, in the form of technology creation, adoption and spatial agglomeration shape the pattern of regional growth in Europe? This study provides an alternative view on regional convergence. A model is developed which attributes club-convergence to existing differences with respec...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Berlin, Heidelberg
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
2013, 2013
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| Edition: | 1st ed. 2013 |
| Series: | Advances in Spatial Science, The Regional Science Series
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| Collection: | Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
Table of Contents:
- Preface
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Neoclassical and Post-Keynesian Theories of Regional Growth and Convergence/Divergence
- 3 'Endogenous Growth Theory' and 'New Economic Geography'
- 4 Club Convergence
- 5 Empirical Measure of Regional Convergence
- 6 EU-27 Regions: Absolute or Club Convergence? 7 'Club Convergence': Geography, Externalities and Technology
- 8 Conclusions
- Appendices
- References