ABSTRACT
Based on the empirical analysis, Chapter 6 distils the theoretical insights about why business actors behave the way they do, that is their preferences, and how they behave, that is, the mechanisms via which they seek to exert influence over the policy process. In doing so, it shows the importance of understanding the commercial interests of actors and the institutional environment. It also shows how energy corporations build coalitions and leverage networks to frame debates and coordinate lobbying activities to advance common goals. And, finally, it reflects on the influence of business actors and how their opportunities to shape outcomes have been affected by the mobilisation of other non-state actors and the role of policymakers.
