Energy Use in Transportation Contingency Planning
Energy Use in Transportation Contingency Planning

Author: George Horwich

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2013-10-22

Total Pages: 177

ISBN-13: 1483151336

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Energy Use in Transportation Contingency Planning emphasizes the evaluation of experiences relative to energy and transportation contingencies and the assessment of knowledge about disaster preparedness and emergency planning in the United States. The book focuses on the role of the government during emergency situations, particularly the disruptions in transportation and energy in the United States. The text then presents opposing views on the role of the government in these kinds of situations. Systems and remedies that are deemed important during emergencies are noted. Some of these emergencies include railroad disasters and earthquakes. The role of government agencies during emergencies, particularly on mobilization preparedness, is highlighted. This role is shown in the programs implemented by the Department of Defense, the Department of Transportation, and the Department of Energy. The role of the private sector in lessening the impact of energy disruptions is noted as well. The text is recommended to those involved in emergency planning and preparedness.

Proceedings of the Conference on Energy Contingency Planning in Urban Areas, Houston, Texas, April 6-9, 1983
Proceedings of the Conference on Energy Contingency Planning in Urban Areas, Houston, Texas, April 6-9, 1983

Author: National Research Council (U.S.). Transportation Research Board

Publisher: Transportation Research Board National Research

Published: 1983

Total Pages: 116

ISBN-13:

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The specific objective of this conference was to assess the state of energy contingency planning, with particular emphasis on the following four issues: (1) Progress in energy contingency planning since the 1979-1980 energy crisis; (2) The new environment of deregulation with determination of the impact on contingency planning; (3) The role of private industry and state and local government officials in contingency planning; and (4) Need to change responses to energy contingency planning in the new environment of deregulation. This report is a summary of the proceedings of the conference.