Decision making about energy has come to epitomize a larger
struggle taking place in U.S. society--a struggle for control over
individual destiny, economic resources, and the shaping of society
itself. A host of ideologies has been spawned, new federalism and
new populism among them. Many activist groups argue that making
decisions about resources can be a first step in helping people
gain control of their lives. Focusing on the issues surrounding the
control of energy and discussing the limitations and advantages of
dealing with the energy problem at the local level, the author
examines the proposition that granting control over decision making
to cities, states, or regions rather than to the federal government
can positively affect public confidence, as well as result in more
efficient energy planning. Mr. Cose discusses the various
interpretations of decentralization; the relationship between
decentralization and small-scale technologies; the overlapping and
opposing interests of governments, consumers, and corporations; and
the extent to which local governments and political structures are
prepared to deal with an issue that is traditionally outside of
their sphere. The author supports his analysis by looking at
specific municipal governments and their attempts, successes, and
failures to respond to the energy crisis. He also analyzes the
particular problems of community projects. Throughout the book he
comments on the effect that Reagan administration policies have had
on decision making about energy at all levels of government
nationwide.
General
| Imprint: |
Routledge
|
| Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
| Release date: |
June 2019 |
| First published: |
1983 |
| Authors: |
Ellis Cose
|
| Dimensions: |
229 x 152mm (L x W) |
| Format: |
Hardcover
|
| Pages: |
152 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-0-367-01713-2 |
| Categories: |
Books >
Social sciences >
Politics & government >
General
|
| LSN: |
0-367-01713-X |
| Barcode: |
9780367017132 |
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