Transition Management as a Steering Approach for Socio-Ecological Transformation - A Scoping Review Using the Example of the German Energy Transition

1. Introduction 1.1 Background of the Study 1.2 Research Objectives 1.3 Relevance of the Topic 2. Theoretical Framework 2.1 Transition Management Theory 2.2 Socio-Ecological Transformation Principles 2.3 Energy Transition Strategies 3. Methodology 3.1 Scoping Review Approach 3.2 Selection Criteria 3.3 Data Analysis Techniques 4. Transition Management in Context 4.1 Historical Overview of Transition Management 4.2 Governance and Policy Implications 4.3 Stakeholder Involvement 5. Case Study: German Energy Transition 5.1 Background of the Energy Transition 5.2 Implementation Strategies 5.3 Challenges and Opportunities 6. Comparative Analysis 6.1 Germany vs. Other Countries 6.2 Successes and Failures 6.3 Lessons Learned 7. Discussion 7.1 Implications for Transition Management 7.2 Impact on Socio-Ecological Systems 7.3 Future Research Directions 8. Conclusion 8.1 Summary of Findings 8.2 Contribution to the Field 8.3 Recommendations for Policy Makers