Advances in Spatial Science

Bithas, K.; Capello, Roberta; Camagni, R.; Nijkamp, Peter; Coccossis, H.; Pepping, Gerard

The aim of this book is to highlight the great potential of decentralized (i.e. local or urban) energy policies in achieving environmentally-benign developments for modern cities. Urban sustainability is placed in the context of the debate on global sustainable development. A wide array of policy initiatives is discussed and evaluated, ranging from market-based energy policies to technological innovation policies for the energy sector. A theoretical framework for technology adoption processes is developed and empirically tested. The main question addressed is: which are the critical success factors for successful urban energy policies? This question is also dealt with in a meta-analytic context by assessing and comparing the performance of energy policies in various European cities, with a particular view to renewable energy.

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Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2010-12-04

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9783642084348

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-662-03833-8

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 284