Distorted Time Preferences and Structural Change in the Energy Industry A Theoretical and Applied Environmental-Economic Analysis /

This study contributes to the economic discounting debate by examining the welfare and policy implications of distorted time preferences for private investments. The analysis is applied to the energy industry, where it is of particular importance. In the transition to low-carbon energy generation, d...

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Bibliographic Details
Call Number:Libro Electrónico
Main Author: Heinzel, Christoph (Author)
Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: Heidelberg : Physica-Verlag HD : Imprint: Physica, 2009.
Edition:1st ed. 2009.
Series:Sustainability and Innovation,
Subjects:
Environmental economics.
Energy policy.
Energy and state.
Economic development.
Environment.
Environmental Economics.
Energy Policy, Economics and Management.
Economic Development, Innovation and Growth.
Environmental Sciences.
Online Access:Texto Completo
Table of Contents:
  • Foundations of the Theoretical Analysis
  • A Theoretical Model of Structural Change in the Energy Industry
  • Summary of Results, Discussion of Assumptions, and Policy Implications
  • Foundations of the Applied Analysis
  • Technology Choice Under Environmental and Technology Policies
  • Optimal Moments of Transition Under Environmental and Technology Policies
  • Conclusions.

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