The economics of energy efficiency

Grant Allan; Michelle Gilmartin; Peter McGregor; Kim Swales; Karen Turner; J. Evans; L. C. Hunt

The economics of energy efficiency

Grant Allan
, Michelle Gilmartin
, Peter McGregor
, Kim Swales
, Karen Turner
, J. Evans (Editor)
, L. C. Hunt (Editor)

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Abstract

As an essential component for economic growth, energy has a significant impact on the global economy. The need to meet growing energy demand has prompted cutting-edge innovation in clean technology in an attempt to realise environmental and cost objectives, whilst ensuring the security of energy supply. This Handbook offers a comprehensive review of the economics of energy, including contributions from a distinguished array of international specialists. It provides a thorough discussion of the major research issues in this topical field of economics.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	International Handbook on the Economics of Energy
Editors	Joanne Evans, Lester C. Hunt
Number of pages	42
Publication status	Published - 2009

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth

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economics
energy efficiency
environment

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