Energy Economics

Contents: Preface. 1. Economics of energy. 2. Energy and economic development. 3. Resource economics. 4. Electricity demand forecasting. 5. Energy demand. 6. Economics of depletable energy supply. 7. Renewable energy. 8. Energy policy of India. Bibliography. Index. 

"This book aims to develop an understanding of energy economics through an exposure to the practical analytical skills of energy economics as well as to planning approaches that take into account the cost of environment impacts. This book provides students with an overview of the fundamental concepts of economic issues and theories related to energy; such as the economics of natural and energy resources, the interrelationship between energy, economics and the environment, as well as some important issues in energy policy. This book also demonstrates the use of economic tools for decision-making in energy and environmental planning and policy. It explores the terminology, conventions, procedures and planning policy applications. It also covers a number of contemporary energy and environmental policy issues, including energy security, global warming, regulations of energy industries, energy research and development, and energy technology commercialization." (jacket)