Author: Elizabeth Shove
Publisher: Earthscan
ISBN: 1849771723
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
For many years, a uniform and uncontested picture of utility system organization has endured across Europe. Provider and consumer roles have been largely taken for granted, and consumers have had little choice but to use the infrastructure of the only network provider available. Recent transformations have challenged this model. This book examines the ongoing environmental restructuring of consumption and provision in energy, water and waste systems. In accounting for the distinctive environmental qualities, technical features, and institutional dynamics of utility systems this book challenges contemporary conceptualizations of consumers as the autonomous drivers of environmental change. Instead, utilities and users are positioned as the 'co-managers' of utility systems, and processes of environmental innovation are seen to depend on the systemic restructuring of demand.
Infrastructures of Consumption
Author: Elizabeth Shove
Publisher: Earthscan
ISBN: 1849771723
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
For many years, a uniform and uncontested picture of utility system organization has endured across Europe. Provider and consumer roles have been largely taken for granted, and consumers have had little choice but to use the infrastructure of the only network provider available. Recent transformations have challenged this model. This book examines the ongoing environmental restructuring of consumption and provision in energy, water and waste systems. In accounting for the distinctive environmental qualities, technical features, and institutional dynamics of utility systems this book challenges contemporary conceptualizations of consumers as the autonomous drivers of environmental change. Instead, utilities and users are positioned as the 'co-managers' of utility systems, and processes of environmental innovation are seen to depend on the systemic restructuring of demand.
Publisher: Earthscan
ISBN: 1849771723
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
For many years, a uniform and uncontested picture of utility system organization has endured across Europe. Provider and consumer roles have been largely taken for granted, and consumers have had little choice but to use the infrastructure of the only network provider available. Recent transformations have challenged this model. This book examines the ongoing environmental restructuring of consumption and provision in energy, water and waste systems. In accounting for the distinctive environmental qualities, technical features, and institutional dynamics of utility systems this book challenges contemporary conceptualizations of consumers as the autonomous drivers of environmental change. Instead, utilities and users are positioned as the 'co-managers' of utility systems, and processes of environmental innovation are seen to depend on the systemic restructuring of demand.
Solid waste management in the world's cities.
Author:
Publisher: UN-HABITAT
ISBN: 9211322189
Category : Refuse and refuse disposal
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
In our rapidly urbanizing global society, solid waste management will be a key challenge facing all the world's cities. This title provides a fresh perspective and data on one of the biggest issues in urban development.
Publisher: UN-HABITAT
ISBN: 9211322189
Category : Refuse and refuse disposal
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
In our rapidly urbanizing global society, solid waste management will be a key challenge facing all the world's cities. This title provides a fresh perspective and data on one of the biggest issues in urban development.
Solid Waste Management in the World's Cities
Author:
Publisher: Earthscan
ISBN: 1849711690
Category : Cities and towns
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
"In a rapidly urbanizing global society, solid waste management will be a key challenge facing all the world's cities. This publication provides a fresh perspective and new data on one of the biggest issues in urban development.
Publisher: Earthscan
ISBN: 1849711690
Category : Cities and towns
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
"In a rapidly urbanizing global society, solid waste management will be a key challenge facing all the world's cities. This publication provides a fresh perspective and new data on one of the biggest issues in urban development.
Federal Tax Issues Relating to Restructuring of the Electric Power Industry
Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Finance. Subcommittee on Long-term Growth and Debt Reduction
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 376
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 376
Book Description
Computational Auction Mechanisms for Restructured Power Industry Operation
Author: Gerald B. Sheblé
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1461551579
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 348
Book Description
`Electric energy must be treated as a commodity which can be bought, sold, and traded, taking into account its time- and space-varying values and costs.` Spot Pricing of Electricity, Schweppe et al, 1988. Computational Auction Mechanisms for Restructured Power Industry Operation outlines the application of auction methods for all aspects of power system operation, primarily for a competitive environment. A complete description of the industry structure as well as the various markets now being formed is given. A thorough introduction to auction basics is included to explain how auctions have grown in other industries. Auction methods are compared to classical techniques for power system analysis, operations, and planning. The traditional applications of economic dispatch, optimal power flow and unit commitment are compared to auction mechanisms. Algorithms for auctions using linearized power flow equations, DC power flow equations, and AC power flow equations are included. The bundling of supportive services, known as ancillary services within the United States, is discussed. Extensions to the basic auction algorithms for inclusion of supportive services as well as algorithms for scheduling and bidding on generation for GENCOs or independent power producers are presented. Algorithms for scheduling and contracting with customers are also presented for energy service companies. An introduction to the various commodity and financial market products includes the use of futures and options for GENCOs. The material is useful for students performing research on the new business environment based on competition. Regulators will find information on initial methods of designing and evaluating market systems, and power exchange and financial analysts will find information on the interdependence of markets and power system-based techniques for risk management. This information compares the new business environment solutions with old business environment solutions. Computational Auction Mechanisms for Restructured Power Industry Operation provides a first introduction to how electricity will be traded as a commodity in the future.
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1461551579
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 348
Book Description
`Electric energy must be treated as a commodity which can be bought, sold, and traded, taking into account its time- and space-varying values and costs.` Spot Pricing of Electricity, Schweppe et al, 1988. Computational Auction Mechanisms for Restructured Power Industry Operation outlines the application of auction methods for all aspects of power system operation, primarily for a competitive environment. A complete description of the industry structure as well as the various markets now being formed is given. A thorough introduction to auction basics is included to explain how auctions have grown in other industries. Auction methods are compared to classical techniques for power system analysis, operations, and planning. The traditional applications of economic dispatch, optimal power flow and unit commitment are compared to auction mechanisms. Algorithms for auctions using linearized power flow equations, DC power flow equations, and AC power flow equations are included. The bundling of supportive services, known as ancillary services within the United States, is discussed. Extensions to the basic auction algorithms for inclusion of supportive services as well as algorithms for scheduling and bidding on generation for GENCOs or independent power producers are presented. Algorithms for scheduling and contracting with customers are also presented for energy service companies. An introduction to the various commodity and financial market products includes the use of futures and options for GENCOs. The material is useful for students performing research on the new business environment based on competition. Regulators will find information on initial methods of designing and evaluating market systems, and power exchange and financial analysts will find information on the interdependence of markets and power system-based techniques for risk management. This information compares the new business environment solutions with old business environment solutions. Computational Auction Mechanisms for Restructured Power Industry Operation provides a first introduction to how electricity will be traded as a commodity in the future.
The First 100 Feet
Author: Deborah Hurley
Publisher: MIT Press
ISBN: 9780262581608
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
The growth of the Internet has been propelled in significant part by user investment in infrastructure: computers, internal wiring, and the connection to the Internet provider. This "bottom-up" investment minimizes the investment burden facing providers. New technologies such as wireless and data transmission over power lines, as well as deregulation of telecommunications and electric utilities, will provide new opportunities for user investment in intelligent infrastructure as leverage points for Internet and broadband access. Recasting the "problem of the last 100 feet" as "the opportunity of the first 100 feet," this book challenges individuals, businesses, and policymakers to rethink fundamental issues in telecommunications policy. The contributors look at options for Internet and broadband access from the perspective of homeowners, apartment complexes, and small businesses. They evaluate the opportunities and obstacles for bottom-up infrastructure development and the implications for traditional and alternative providers at the neighborhood, regional, and national levels. Already, some argue that Internet service will become the common denominator platform on which all other services can be carried. A Publication of the Harvard Information Infrastructure Project.
Publisher: MIT Press
ISBN: 9780262581608
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
The growth of the Internet has been propelled in significant part by user investment in infrastructure: computers, internal wiring, and the connection to the Internet provider. This "bottom-up" investment minimizes the investment burden facing providers. New technologies such as wireless and data transmission over power lines, as well as deregulation of telecommunications and electric utilities, will provide new opportunities for user investment in intelligent infrastructure as leverage points for Internet and broadband access. Recasting the "problem of the last 100 feet" as "the opportunity of the first 100 feet," this book challenges individuals, businesses, and policymakers to rethink fundamental issues in telecommunications policy. The contributors look at options for Internet and broadband access from the perspective of homeowners, apartment complexes, and small businesses. They evaluate the opportunities and obstacles for bottom-up infrastructure development and the implications for traditional and alternative providers at the neighborhood, regional, and national levels. Already, some argue that Internet service will become the common denominator platform on which all other services can be carried. A Publication of the Harvard Information Infrastructure Project.
Public Utility Holding Company Act of 2001, S. 206
Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Subcommittee on Securities and Investment
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Competition
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Competition
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
Energy and Water Development Appropriations for 2001: Department of Energy fiscal year 2001 budget justifications
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Energy development
Languages : en
Pages : 3160
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Energy development
Languages : en
Pages : 3160
Book Description
Energy and Water Development Appropriations for 2001
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Energy development
Languages : en
Pages : 3154
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Energy development
Languages : en
Pages : 3154
Book Description
Challenges of Electric Power Industry Restructuring for Fuel Suppliers
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Competition
Languages : en
Pages : 156
Book Description
Provides an assessment of the changes in other energy industries that could occur as the result of restructuring in the electric power industry.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Competition
Languages : en
Pages : 156
Book Description
Provides an assessment of the changes in other energy industries that could occur as the result of restructuring in the electric power industry.