Energy efficiency and sustainable consumption: the rebound effect
Éditeur :
Palgrave Macmillan
ISBN :
9781349357536
Date de publication :
1 janv. 2009
Dimensions :
22,9 x 15,2 cm
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
This book challenges conventional wisdom by showing how, in some circumstances, improved energy efficiency may increase energy consumption. Relying upon energy efficiency to reduce carbon emissions could therefore be misguided. This book explores the broader implications for climate change and sustainable consumption.