A dynamic simulation model of the German residential building stock has been developed. It allows assessing eco-political instruments to reduce final energy demand in buildings and to quantify the corresponding emissions of CO2, NOx, SO2, CH4, NMVOC, and particulate matter (PM). The model simulates the implementation of energy efficiency measures and heating systems based on renewable energy. S...

Plain, utilitarian ceramics from prehistoric farmers and foragers in north-western Utah are used to identify whether ceramics reflect mobility. Simple methods measure the degree of investment in ceramic manufacture. Investment is treated as a general concept that subsumes other assessments of ceramic variability such as use-life and function. Investment is compared with mobility using archaeolo...

Buildings energy efficiency has occupied a prominent place on the agenda over the last decade. This study aims to assess the economic viability of improving the energy performance of residential buildings, by comparing additional costs of investment with the monetary savings achievable through reduced energy

Chapter 1—Introduction I. Outline of the Book II. Characterization of Broadband Telecommunications Market A. Scale of Investment B. Scale of Market Size and Reward C. Regulatory Conditions D. Customer Driven Factors E. Market Trends F. Influence of Computing on the Telecommunications Market III. Market Analysis for ATM Technology A. Residential Market B. Business Market C. Bandwidth Cost Trend ...

Buildings are the focus of European (EU) policies aimed at a sustainable and competitive low-carbon economy by 2020. Reducing energy consumption of existing buildings and achieving nearly zero energy buildings (NZEBs) are the core of the Energy Efficiency Directive (EED) and the recast of the Energy Performance of Building Directive (EPBD). To comply with these requirements, Member States have ...

Article history: Received 26 September 2010 Received in revised form 5 April 2011 Accepted 7 April 2011 Available online 2 May 2011 The construction industry in countries experiencing severe economic crisis has vital importance to get out of stagnation because of its direct relations with 200 different sectors. In this study, the relationship between the construction growth data (infrastructure...

Background: An effective social learning process which enhances public understanding of photovoltaic installations in residential dwellings and the economic instruments used by governments to encourage investment in this form of energy is regarded as an important component of implementing renewable energy policy in Australia. Methods: The development of social learning was explored in deliberat...

Many countries and U.S. states have implemented rules, policies, and financial incentives to promote renewable energy adoption. Renewable Energy Certificates subsidize investment but their price is subject to market conditions. Uncertainty due to fluctuating certificate prices has allegedly discouraged investment in solar photovoltaic installation. In this paper, I assess the impact of certific...