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Indicators, Modelling, and Visualization of Islands

Indicators, Modelling, and Visualization of Islands

Copyright: © 2019 |Pages: 27
ISBN13: 9781522560029|ISBN10: 1522560025|ISBN13 Softcover: 9781522587989|EISBN13: 9781522560036
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-6002-9.ch005
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Catalina Spataru. "Indicators, Modelling, and Visualization of Islands." Transitioning Island Nations Into Sustainable Energy Hubs: Emerging Research and Opportunities, IGI Global, 2019, pp.132-158. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-5225-6002-9.ch005

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C. Spataru (2019). Indicators, Modelling, and Visualization of Islands. IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-5225-6002-9.ch005

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Catalina Spataru. "Indicators, Modelling, and Visualization of Islands." In Transitioning Island Nations Into Sustainable Energy Hubs: Emerging Research and Opportunities. Hershey, PA: IGI Global, 2019. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-5225-6002-9.ch005

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Abstract

In this chapter, the author presents a discussion on the range and usefulness of energy models in an island context, pros and cons of the various methodologies, and selection criteria that could guide a proper model choice for further implementation. The analysis has been done considering a clustering approach. Following this, the author presents a “toy” model called ISLA (sustainable islands), which has been developed for students to evaluate energy systems in islands. The model has been tested on numerous islands so far. For demonstration purpose, Crete island has been considered as a case study to capture the model flexibility and adaptability features. The rationale of using the model is discussed, together with the data needed, the validity and usefulness of outcomes produced, and the way such tools can guide policy making. Comparing the toy model with a sophisticated approach demonstrates some interesting advantages offered by this methodology and visualization.

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