| Description |
xi, 213 pages : illustrations, maps ; 25 cm |
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regular print |
| Series |
Productivity Press book |
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Productivity Press book.
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| Contents |
ch. 1. Mapping the universe of green products -- ch. 2. The need for sustainable energy systems -- ch. 3. The transition from oil dependency to sustainability in Denmark -- ch. 4. The revival of battery-powered electric vehicles in Japan -- ch. 5. Sustainable urban mass transport -- ch. 6. The promise of sugarcane ethanol as a cleaner combustion engine fuel -- ch. 7. The challenge of sustainable tourism -- ch. 8. Conclusion: Green product innovation and adoption -- Appendix 1: The green products universe -- Appendix 2: Essential readings on green products |
| Summary |
This book supplies analysis of factors that affect the adoption of sustainable products. It examines five cases of green products from a business perspective and considers both technological and public-policy concerns |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Energy conservation.
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Green products.
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Transportation -- Environmental aspects.
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| Author |
Figueiredo, João Neiva de.
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Guillén, Mauro F.
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| LC no. |
2011030274 |
| ISBN |
1439854653 (hbk.) |
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9781439854655 (hbk.) |
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