Economy Energy Environment Simulation

Author : K. Uno
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 342 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2006-04-11
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780306475498

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Economy—Energy—Environment Simulation by K. Uno Pdf

In the policy arena, as well as in the academic world, a new challenge is having to deal with the global community. We are increasingly aware that the world is linked through economy–energy–environment interactions. We are increasingly aware, at the same time, that the emergence of the global community does not imply an integrated harmonious world; rather, it is a community where co- tries/regions of different interests and values face each other directly. Global governance has to be achieved through actions of national governments under different motives and constraints. We need to have an analytical tool that is capable of producing a global picture, yet with detailed country resolution. If the world is a better place now compared to 100 years ago in terms of p- capita income, this is due to the industrialization that continued throughout the 20th century. We entered the 21st century knowing that the human aspiration that translates into ever-increasing production may not be tenable in the long run. Sustainability of the global community is at stake. In contrast to inc- mental decision making through the market mechanism that should lead to some optimal state under some assumptions such as perfect knowledge, smooth movement of resources, no externalities, and so forth, we need to have an a- lytical tool to provide us with details of the future state of the world.

Author : K. Uno
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2014-03-14
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9401739625

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Economy-Energy-Environment Simulation by K. Uno Pdf

Author : Hassan Qudrat-Ullah,Muhammad Asif
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2020-07-02
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783030435783

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Dynamics of Energy, Environment and Economy by Hassan Qudrat-Ullah,Muhammad Asif Pdf

The book addresses the vital and interwoven areas of energy, environment, and the economy within the field of sustainability research. Fundamental technical details, empirical data, and case studies taking into account local and international perspectives are included. Issues such as energy security, depleting fossil fuel reserves, global warming and climate change, as well as novel energy technologies are covered. The dynamic global response will be discussed from the perspective of policy, technology, and economics. Vital details in the form of text boxes, illustrations, graphs, tables and appendices are included. The book will serve as reference book for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students, researchers, academics, policy makers, NGOs and developmental sector professionals within the field.

Author : Barry Hughes
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1975
Category : Political Science
ISBN : STANFORD:36105035568463

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U.S. Energy, Environment, and Economic Problems by Barry Hughes Pdf

Author : Bilash Kanti Bala
Publisher : Nova Publishers
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : History
ISBN : 1560726083

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Energy and Environment by Bilash Kanti Bala Pdf

Studies the dynamic behavior of energy and environment systems to aid in energy and environmental policy planning for sustainable development. The author considers modelling of energy and environment with micro and macro level applications fro developing countries using both simulation and optimization techniques. He also presents a plan for integrated rural energy systems to promote sustainable development. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Author : Hassan Qudrat-Ullah,Aymen A. Kayal
Publisher : Springer
Page : 376 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2019-03-28
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783030112028

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Climate Change and Energy Dynamics in the Middle East by Hassan Qudrat-Ullah,Aymen A. Kayal Pdf

This edited volume presents chapters on the dynamics of global climate change and global warming in the Middle East. In this region, it should be noted that even slightly warmer weather can result in an increased demand of energy along with its lower supply, as well as lower labor productivity. This text focuses on modeling, simulation, system dynamics, and agent-based modeling in dealing with these issues. The latest decision making tools, techniques, and innovative solutions used to overcome these challenges are presented. Many distinguished researchers contribute their work herein. The audience for this volume includes policy makers, researchers, and students unified by the common goal of making better decisions in the sustainable production and consumption of energy. The practical orientation of the chapters within each part is intended to suit the practitioners: managers and decision makers in the energy sector of the Middle East region.

Author : Fausto Cavallaro
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 427 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2013-08-13
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781447151432

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Assessment and Simulation Tools for Sustainable Energy Systems by Fausto Cavallaro Pdf

In recent years, the concept of energy has been revised and a new model based on the principle of sustainability has become more and more pervasive. The appraisal of energy technologies and projects is complex and uncertain as the related decision making has to encompass environmental, technical, economic and social factors and information sources. The scientific procedure of assessment has a vital role as it can supply the right tools to evaluate the actual situation and make realistic forecasts of the effects and outcomes of any actions undertaken. Assessment and Simulation Tools for Sustainable Energy Systems offers reviews of the main assessment and simulation methods used for effective energy assessment. Divided across three sections, Assessment and Simulation Tools for Sustainable Energy Systems develops the reader’s ability to select suitable tools to support decision making and implementation of sustainable energy projects. The first is dedicated to the analysis of theoretical foundations and applications of multi-criteria decision making. This is followed by chapters concentrating on the theory and practice of fuzzy inference, neural nets and algorithms genetics. Finally, simulation methods such as Monte Carlo analysis, mathematical programming and others are detailed. This comprehensive illustration of these tools and their application makes Assessment and Simulation Tools for Sustainable Energy Systems a key guide for researchers, scientists, managers, politicians and industry professionals developing the field of sustainable energy systems. It may also prompt further advancements in soft computing and simulation issues for students and researchers.

Author : Silvia Tiezzi,Chiara Martini
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 297 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2014-07-11
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781317820338

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Is the Environment a Luxury? by Silvia Tiezzi,Chiara Martini Pdf

The purpose of this collection of essays is to shed some light on the complex relationship between environmental quality and the distribution of income. Are the preferences of the poor towards a cleaner environment really different from those of the rich? Environmental economists have traditionally focused on efficiency issues. In their analyses the quality of the environment is usually related to aggregate or average variables, like per capita income; policy recommendations are usually formulated considering efficiency with no regard for equity and also the predicted effects of policies are evaluated in aggregate terms. The essays collected in this volume go into the problem of the relationship between environmental quality and income distribution. The book’s opening essay shows how different theories of economic growth and environmental quality seem to suggest that the higher the level of income the higher is the value of environmental protection. The essays that follow, a mix of already published papers and of papers solicited for this book, analyse the relationship between environmental quality and income distribution from different perspectives (both micro and macro) and on the basis of more than one methodology. This book highlights that the preferences of the poor towards a cleaner environment may differ from those of the rich, but income is also very likely to represent only one factor affecting them. The essays consider other relevant factors affecting preferences for environmental quality. What clearly emerges is that the distribution of costs and benefits of environmental policies is the key for their successful implementation, and that further research is needed to both address the distributional effects themselves and the strategies to mitigate them.

Author : Ekko C. van Ierland,A.G. Oude Lansink
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 243 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2006-04-11
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780306480188

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Economics of Sustainable Energy in Agriculture by Ekko C. van Ierland,A.G. Oude Lansink Pdf

This book contains up-to-date studies on the economics of sustainable energy in agriculture. The studies focus on energy efficiency improvement and the use of biomass. Specific attention is paid to the economic aspects of land use and the competition for land, both for food production and dedicated energy crops. The book will be of special interest to economists, agronomists, energy experts, and politicians that deal with energy issues in agriculture, both in developing and industrialised countries. The book is relevant for those who are interested in the topic of global warming and carbon sequestration, and the transition towards carbon-free energy resources.

Author : Raimund Bleischwitz,Paul Welfens,ZhongXiang Zhang
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 406 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2017-09-29
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781351279185

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Sustainable Growth and Resource Productivity by Raimund Bleischwitz,Paul Welfens,ZhongXiang Zhang Pdf

Written by international experts in their respective fields, Sustainable Growth and Resource Productivity provides a comprehensive overview of global issues of raw materials supply and resource use. It also introduces new views and perspectives on the sustainable growth of emerging economies and develops a rationale for a new resource economics. This book emphasises why resources are back on the agenda: firstly, because of their fundamental economic role in technological progress and long-term prosperity; secondly, because deficits in raw material markets are now intertwined with deficits in the financial markets; and, thirdly, because the sustainable management of natural resources is a crucial element in responses to new global challenges such as climate change. Sustainable Growth and Resource Productivity analyses raw materials supply and resource use in a global context. The contributions present state-of-the-art results and perspectives on the availability of resources and discuss factors such as limited supply, demand from emerging and other economies and the critical shortage of some materials – particularly some metals – that are essential inputs in many high-tech processes and may put certain industries at risk. Sustainable Growth and Resource Productivity sheds new light on the economics of sustainable growth. Linking the current financial crisis with stock market pricing and innovation dynamics, it argues for reforms in international macro-economic policies. It also critically discusses the implications of valuing labour productivity over capital and resource productivity and argues that policies favouring capital productivity will increase both social and economic sustainability. Further contributions are made on the business dimensions of material efficiency as well as on policy recommendations. The book examines the overall empirical trend towards decoupling resource use from economic growth. It undertakes a rigorous cross-country comparison and looks in more detail at the cases of Finland and Greece, as well as at emerging economies and their role in the global governance of natural resources. A key focus is placed on China, with discussion of recent findings regarding Chinese domestic policy on energy, climate and resources as well as on developing Chinese foreign policy in Africa. The book concludes with the positing of a new theory of resource economics: an emerging sub-discipline that puts resources at its heart but clearly aligns with other fields of economics, and transcends the borderlines of geology, geography, material science, recycling and waste, as well as elements of other social sciences. This important new book will be essential reading for economic researchers, governmental officials, businesses and NGOs with an interest in understanding the policy links to sustainable growth and in learning more about the emerging field of resource productivity.

Author : Hassan Qudrat-Ullah
Publisher : Springer
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2013-10-04
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781461486060

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Energy Policy Modeling in the 21st Century by Hassan Qudrat-Ullah Pdf

The roles and applications of various modeling approaches, aimed at improving the usefulness of energy policy models in public decision making, are covered by this book. The development, validation, and applications of system dynamics and agent-based models in service of energy policy design and assessment in the 21st century is a key focus. A number of modeling approaches and models for energy policy, with a particular focus on low-carbon economic development of regions and states are covered. Chapters on system dynamics methodology, model-based theory, fuzzy system dynamics frame-work, and optimization modeling approach are presented, along with several chapters on future research opportunities for the energy policy modeling community. The use of model-based analysis and scenarios in energy policy design and assessment has seen phenomenal growth during the past several decades. In recent years, renewed concerns about climate change and energy security have posed unique modeling challenges. By utilizing the validation techniques and procedures which are effectively demonstrated in these contributions, researchers and practitioners in energy systems domain can increase the appeal and acceptance of their policy models.

Author : Akira Onishi
Publisher : EOLSS Publications
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2009-08-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781905839186

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Integrated Global Models of Sustainable Development - Volume II by Akira Onishi Pdf

Integrated Global Models of Sustainable Development is a component of Encyclopedia of Technology, Information, and Systems Management Resources in the global Encyclopedia of Life Support Systems (EOLSS), which is an integrated compendium of twenty one Encyclopedias. In the 21st century the human society is facing the challenge of sustainable development with constraints of global environmental changes. In order to cope with poverty and international per capita income disparity (IPCID), there should be further needs for economic development to provide employment opportunities against “Terrorism and refugees". The coverage in three volumes tires to show a possibility of sustainable development from a global viewpoint by using alternative policy simulations. The chapters are organized so that the readers might understand archived historical trends in global modeling for sustainable development. Starting from global models in the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, the updated latest modeling works are also included as far as possible. The chapters deal with roles of integrated global models, scope and methodologies and policy implications. These three volumes are aimed at the following five major target audiences: University and College students Educators, Professional practitioners, Research personnel and Policy analysts, managers, and decision makers and NGOs

Author : Hassan Qudrat-Ullah
Publisher : Springer
Page : 77 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2015-12-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783319248295

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The Physics of Stocks and Flows of Energy Systems by Hassan Qudrat-Ullah Pdf

Using a system dynamics approach, this book illustrates the physics of fundamental accumulation processes (stocks and flows) across the demand and supply sectors of energy systems. Examples of system dynamics simulation models are presented where these accumulation processes are driving the behavior of the system. Based on these modeling efforts, two cases (the socio-economic and environmental implications of the energy policy of Pakistan and the dynamics of green power in Ontario, Canada) are analyzed and discussed. By studying the dynamics of the fundamental structures of an energy system, the reader gains an enhanced understanding of the stocks and flows of complex systems as well as their role in energy policy. This book is of use to managers and practitioners, teachers, researchers, and students of design and assessment of policy making for complex, dynamic energy systems.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 462 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Power resources
ISBN : UOM:39015026720188

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Energy Abstracts for Policy Analysis by Anonim Pdf

Author : Carlos de Miguel,Xavier Labandeira Villot,Baltasar Manzano
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2006-01-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1781958955

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Economic Modelling of Climate Change and Energy Policies by Carlos de Miguel,Xavier Labandeira Villot,Baltasar Manzano Pdf

Climate change and energy consumption are at the forefront of current environmental debate. While energy is essential to the functioning and survival of our societies, the environmental impact that energy consumption is having, particularly on climate change, is a growing concern and the design and practicalities of energy and energy-related environmental policies are under constant scrutiny. This innovative new book not only addresses the economic assessment of environmental and energy policies but also discusses the efficiency and distributional consequences these policies have for producers and consumers. With contributions from leading academics in the field, this comprehensive volume uses a variety of methodological approaches with which to explore a number of pertinent issues, including several studies on the EU Emission Trading System, as well as more advanced topics such as indeterminacy and optimal environmental public policies, energy-saving technological progress, oil shocks and energy transitions and policy design. Combining theoretical and empirical work, this timely book is a significant contribution to the existing literature and deals with issues at the frontier of current economic knowledge. Economic Modelling of Climate Change and Energy Policies is a unique and informative book and will have widespread appeal amongst scholars, students and policymakers.