In order for technology and industry to continue to grow, in what other area is innovation required?
a. manufacturing processes
b. energy production
c. ways to reduce costs of production
d. ways to increase labor efficiency

Correct

b. energy production

In order for technology and industry to continue to grow, innovation is required that can contribute to environmental challenges, such as the production of energy in a sustainable manner. Innovation in energy technology is increasingly important due to concern for the security of energy supply.

Some examples may be the use of flexible instruments, such as taxes related to the environment, trade in emissions and improvement in the application of clean technologies.

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