Optimization Techniques And Applications: International Conference (In 2 Volumes)

Optimization Techniques And Applications: International Conference (In 2 Volumes)
Author: F S Chou
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 1264
Release: 1992-05-25
Genre:
ISBN: 9814554561

With the advent of powerful computers and novel mathematical programming techniques, the multidisciplinary field of optimization has advanced to the stage that quite complicated systems can be addressed. The conference was organized to provide a platform for the exchanging of new ideas and information and for identifying areas for future research. The contributions covered both theoretical techniques and a rich variety of case studies to which optimization can be usefully applied.

Handbook of Environmental and Resource Economics

Handbook of Environmental and Resource Economics
Author: Jeroen C. J. M. Van den Bergh
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
Total Pages: 1326
Release: 2002-01-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1843768585

This major reference book comprises specially commissioned surveys in environmental and resource economics written by an international team of experts. Authoritative yet accessible, each entry provides a state-of-the-art summary of key areas that will be invaluable to researchers, practitioners and advanced students.

Future Survey Annual 1988-1989

Future Survey Annual 1988-1989
Author: Michael Marien
Publisher: Transaction Publishers
Total Pages: 232
Release: 1990-01-01
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9780930242350

BMW Z-cars have carved a huge reputation for themselves in a very short time. From the revolutionary and innovative Z1 of the late 1980s to the beautiful and exclusive Z8 of more recent times, via the popular Z3 and its controversial replacement, the Z4, the family has made BMW's name in the increasingly competitive sports-car market.

China: Tackle the Challenge of Global Climate Change

China: Tackle the Challenge of Global Climate Change
Author: Angang Hu
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 172
Release: 2017-05-18
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1351783947

Global climate change is one of the challenges ever to confront humanity with the largest scale, widest scope and most far-reaching influence. As the biggest developing country with the largest population, China is the world’s leading consumer of coal and energy, and one of the worst-hit victims of global warming. Consequently, China should assume its responsibility in making contributions to global sustainable development. Based on the principles of fairness and efficiency, this study creatively puts forward two principles of global governance on climate change. The first entails replacement of the two-group schema of developed and developing countries with a four-group model based on the Human Development Index (HDI). The second entails application of the resulting model to specify the major emitters as principal contributors to emission reduction. In addition, it proposes a two-step strategy for China to tackle the issue of climate change. This book makes it clear that China should proactively engage in relevant international cooperation, actively participate in international climate negotiations, make clear commitments to reduce emissions, and assume the obligations of a responsible power to achieve sustainable and green development.