3.00 Credits
Energy management in organizations is studied. Coal, oil, natural gas, and nuclear, solar, and geothermal energies are of primary interest. The course focus is on management aspects of energy. Managerial options in production and consumption of each type of energy are considered, with particular emphasis on consumption. Attention is given also to conservation, technology development, and public utilities. Estimation is made of future energy scenarios and their impacts upon management actions. The role of government in production, consumption, and technology development is examined.