Economics of Sustainable Energy in Agriculture

This book contains up-to-date studies on the economics of sustainable energy in agriculture. The studies focus on energy efficiency improvement and the use of biomass. Specific attention is paid to the economic aspects of land use and the competition for land, both for food production and dedicated...

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Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Other Authors: Ierland, Ekko C. van (Editor), Lansink, Alfons Oude (Editor)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Dordrecht : Springer Netherlands, 2002.
Series:Economy & Environment, 24
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Online Access:Full Text via HEAL-Link
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Summary:This book contains up-to-date studies on the economics of sustainable energy in agriculture. The studies focus on energy efficiency improvement and the use of biomass. Specific attention is paid to the economic aspects of land use and the competition for land, both for food production and dedicated energy crops. The book will be of special interest to economists, agronomists, energy experts, and politicians that deal with energy issues in agriculture, both in developing and industrialised countries. The book is relevant for those who are interested in the topic of global warming and carbon sequestration, and the transition towards carbon-free energy resources.
Physical Description:VI, 250 p. online resource.
ISBN:9780306480188
ISSN:0924-1019 ;