Choosing an energy future: The environmental impact of end-use technologies
Por:
Manzini F., Martínez M.
Publicada:
1 ene 1999
Resumen:
This study proposes a methodology for evaluating energy technologies according to their environmental impact, both for the present and future. The methodology emphasizes the use of quantitative data relating to six key parameters: the quality, quantity and renewability of the available energy used and the maintainability, efficiency and sustainability of the end-use technologies. These parameters are incorporated into an original objective function that obtains a value for each of the energy-technology-environment interactions. This methodology was applied to three separate scenarios relating to Mexico's future energy use in order to evaluate the environmental impact of ten end-use technologies. This approach is applicable to any nation or region interested in making informed choices about its energy future.
Filiaciones:
Manzini F.:
Centre for Energy Research, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Mexico, Ap. Post. 34, 62580 Temixco, More los, Mexico
Martínez M.:
Centre for Energy Research, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Mexico, Ap. Post. 34, 62580 Temixco, More los, Mexico
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