Sustainable energy and the states : essays on politics, markets and leadership / edited by Dianne Rahm.

Other author Rahm, Dianne.
Format Book
Publication InfoJefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Company, Inc., ©2006.
Descriptionv, 211 pages ; 23 cm
Supplemental ContentTable of contents only
Subjects
Renewable energy sources--United States. --States.
Energy policy--United States. --States.

Contents Sustainable energy : an overview of policy and programs / Dianne Rahm -- Governing energy innovation : the case of New York state / W. Henry Lambright, Sarah Pralle, and Jessica Boscarino -- Renewable energy in Texas : the role of the renewables portfolio standard / Dianne Rahm -- California and the implementation of renewable energy technologies / Catherine Horiuchi -- Renewable energy development policies in the upper midwest / Justin R. Barnes and Barry D. Solomon -- Sustainable energy in New Jersey / Clinton J. Andrews -- Wind power in Colorado : small steps towards sustainability / Paul Komor -- Massachusetts's policy in context : utility deregulation, regional initiatives, and constrained renewable resources / Nicholas A. Hiza -- Sustainable energy in the oceans : offshore wind in the U.S. / Christine Santora.
Abstract "This volume explores the roles which politics, market forces and leadership play as barriers or facilitators in the development of sustainable energy sources. Beginning with an overview of energy-related programs and legislation the book discusses the various financial programs and policy mechanisms used by the states. Each essay includes an in-depth bibliography with many website resources"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2006018557
ISBN078642768X (pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN9780786427680 (pbk. : alk. paper)

Availability

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Joyner General Stacks TJ807.9.U6 S87 2006 ✔ Available Place Hold