The repertory grid to unfold conflicting positions: The case of a stakeholder dialogue on prospects for hydrogen

摘要: Abstract In this article we share our experience with the application of repertory grid method, and demonstrate that is an appropriate method to scrutinize complex issues structure stakeholder dialogues on these issues. Repertory originates from construct psychology has gradually gained ground in other domains as well, such policy analysis. We used articulate, stakeholders' conceptions prospects for hydrogen (H2). The aim was highlight not only mainstream notions but also gain less prominence discourse. applied a computerized fashion, twenty-four stakeholders. During exercise, stakeholders systematically compared ten different visions, which led variety characteristics (‘constructs’) they distinguish rank visions. data were analyzed by means frequency analysis HOMALS analyses been dialogue three ways: (1) it elicited full range concepts evaluate options; options those who are margins discourse, (2) identified most salient visions be explored further dialogue, (3) helped form groups according have seen that, although well able prepare process, make optimal use results genuine deliberation about marginal positions needs ensured, even if powerful actors (who adhere conceptions) favor this.