This book describes the processes through which rates for energy consumption are derived, ranging from initial analyses of the supply and demand parametersto the final forms and levels of end-use consumer prices. The author argues against aggressive accounting procedures, and suggests criteria for choosing firm's position on pending public policy issues. A handbook on energy formulae for non-professionals is included in the book. New approach to rate determinations and evaluations. Handbook for non-professionals in energy measurements. A guide to management's consideration of macroeconomic policies. INDICE: Introduction.- The Cost Approach to Pricing: The Direction of Costs.- The Cost Approach to Pricing: Joint Cost Allocations.- The Cost Approach to Pricing: The Tenneco Pattern.- The Value Approach to Pricing: Demand Influence.- The Value Approach to Pricing: Planning for Demand.- The Public Policy/Social Engineering Approach to Pricing.- Introduction to Rates.- Elements to Rate Design.- Traditional Types of Rate Forms.- Tools of the Trade.- Matters of Judgment.
- ISBN: 978-3-642-15490-4
- Editorial: Springer
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 425
- Fecha Publicación: 16/12/2010
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés