by Thijs Bouman | Sep 23, 2016 | Public acceptability, Smart grids
This project aims to study factors influencing the acceptability of gas in future energy systems. Among others, we consider the perceived advantages and disadvantages of gas now and in the future, and trust in gas production companies. The project is funded by the...
by Thijs Bouman | Sep 13, 2016 | Public acceptability, Smart grids
This project aimed to study factors influencing the acceptability of future renewable energy supply, and the acceptability of smart control systems. The project was funded by Alliander, the total budget was € 65,000. Researchers involved: Fenna Leijten MSc., prof. dr....
by Thijs Bouman | Sep 13, 2016 | Public acceptability, Smart grids
This project aims to examine people’s opinion about gas production in the province of Groningen, including perceptions and evaluations of risks and benefits of gas production, and trust in gas production companies and local and national governments. Click here for...
by Thijs Bouman | Sep 13, 2016 | Public acceptability, Smart grids
This project aims to study which factors affect public support for a sustainable energy transition, including the acceptability of energy sources, sustainable energy technologies, energy infrastructures (including smart grids, and energy policies). We will study the...
by Thijs Bouman | Sep 13, 2016 | Effects of environmental policies, Smart grids
This project aims to develop and test innovative smart grid concepts that will promote the smart use of locally produced solar power and speed up the transition to sustainable renewable energy systems. We aim to facilitate households to manage their energy demand and...
by Thijs Bouman | Sep 13, 2016 | Effects of environmental policies, Smart grids
Accessibility and sustainability are important conditions for vital and resilient cities, but are under pressure especially in urban areas. Congestion, local air quality, parking; these are different challenges that, however, have in common that effective solutions...