Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item: https://hdl.handle.net/10419/145967 
Year of Publication: 
2016
Citation: 
[Journal:] International Journal of Ageing and Later Life [ISSN:] 1652-8670 [Publisher:] Linköping University Electronic Press [Year:] 2016 [Pages:] 1-29
Publisher: 
Linköping University Electronic Press
Abstract: 
The approach to analysing population ageing and its impacts on the economy has evolved in recent years. There is increasing interest in the development and use of products and services related to gerontechnology as well as other social innovations that may be considered as central parts of the “silver economy.” However, the concept of silver economy is still being formed and requires detailed research. This article proposes a typology of models of the silver economy in the European Union (EU) at the national and regional levels. This typology was created by comparing the Active Ageing Index to the typology of varieties and cultures of capitalism and typology of the welfare states. Practical recommendations for institutions of the EU and directions for further research are discussed.
Subjects: 
Active ageing index
regional development
silver economy
varieties/cultures of capitalism
welfare state
JEL: 
J14
O57
R19
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Article
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Published Version
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