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Byrne, John Michael was born on November 2, 1949 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Son of Michael Thomas and Mabel Victoria Byrne.
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The Politics of Energy Research and Development (Energy Policy Studies,)
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The Politics of Energy Research and Development examines and evaluates U.S. research and development policies to promote nuclear, solar, conservation, and other technology options. This volume is the third in the series Energy Policy Studies, which explores fundamental, long-term social, political, and economic dimensions of energy technology, resources, and use. Contributions represent a wide range of theoretical and policy perspectives, including sociology, economics, political science, urban and regional studies, environmental analysis, and history and philosophy of technology. Contents: Richard L. Ottinger, "Introduction: The Tragedy of U.S. Energy R&D Policy"; Amor^ B. Lovins, "The Origins of the Nuclear Power Fiasco"; Richard T. Sylves, "Nuclear Exotica: Peaceful Use of Nuclear Explosives"; Eugene Frankel, "Technology, Politics and Ideology: The Vicissitudes of Federal Solar Energy Policy, 1974-1983"; Maxine Savitz, "The Federal Role in Conservation Research and Development"; J. David Roessner, "Commercialization Issues in Energy Technology Policy"; John Byrne and Daniel Rich, "In Search of the Abundant Energy Machine"; and Grant P. Thompson, "Energy Policy in the Interim: Waiting for the Next Shoe to Drop."
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Governing the Atom (Politics of Risk Energy Policy Studies)
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Promoted as a form of limitless, low-cost energy without the polluting effects of its fossil fuel counterparts, nuclear power has enjoyed unparalleled support in several countries. Despite the development of an extensive set of policy and institutional mechanisms to foster its use, nuclear technology has been troubled by a wide range of problems and continues to pose risks many believe are far greater than society should accept. The legacy of failure ranges from catastrophic accidents like that at Chernobyl to the declaration of bankruptcy by the Washington Public Power Supply System. 'Governing the Atom' explores why support for the technology remains substantial. The first part of this volume examines the social institutions that have accompanied the development of nuclear power. The second part details the numerous accommodations which have been required of society, beginning with the technology's impact on communities and geographic regions particularly affected by mining and milling. The technology's inherent tendency towards "normal accidents" and the conflict between expert and public opinion on the dangers involved is examined, as are the on-going problems of waste disposal and decommissioning. The volume concludes with an examination of nuclear power developments in France, Germany, Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States, Eastern Europe, Korea, and Japan. The volume provides a needed vehicle for the timely consultation and dissemination of current research on important energy policy issues. 'Governing the Atom' provides insightful commentary regarding the initiation and development of nuclear technology. It will be of interest to policymakers, energy and environmental experts, sociologists and historians of technology, and all those interested in the problem of democracy in a technological society.
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John Michael Byrne
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John Michael Byrne, American Energy and environmental policy educator, researcher. Board of directors Urban Environmental Center, since 1997. Member Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Social Implications of Technology Affiliate, National Association Science, Technology and Society (advisory board since 1991).
Education
Bachelor in Economics, U. Delaware, 1971; Master of Arts, U. Delaware, 1973; Doctor of Philosophy in Urban Affairs and Public Policy, U. Delaware, 1980.
Career
Assistant professor College Urban Affairs and Public Policy,, U. Delaware, Newark, 1982-1986; associate professor, U. Delaware, Newark, 1986-1992; professor, U. Delaware, Newark, since 1992; director Energy Policy Research Group, U. Delaware, Newark, 1981-1984; director Center for Energy and Environmental Policy, U. Delaware, Newark, since 1984; chair Urban Affairs and Public Policy graduate program, U. Delaware, Newark, 1992-1996.
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Governing the Atom (Politics of Risk Energy Policy Studies)
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The Politics of Energy Research and Development (Energy Policy Studies,)
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Governing the Atom (Politics of Risk Energy Policy Studies)
Membership
Board of directors Urban Environmental Center, since 1997. Member Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Social Implications of Technology Affiliate, National Association Science, Technology and Society (advisory board since 1991).
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Married Elizabeth Maria Garey, August 9, 1975. Children: Brian, Tara.
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Grantee ESMAP/World Bank, 1990-1991, unites states department Energy/National Renewable Energy Laboratory, since 1991, UNIDEL Foundation, 1992, United States Environmental Protection Agency, 1994, 97-, Asia Foundation, 1995, Institute International Education, 1996-1997, W. Alton Jones Foundation, since 1997. Recipient Fulbright Senior Lecturer/Researcher award, 1995.Grantee ESMAP/World Bank, 1990-1991, unites states department Energy/National Renewable Energy Laboratory, since 1991, UNIDEL Foundation, 1992, United States Environmental Protection Agency, 1994, 97-, Asia Foundation, 1995, Institute International Education, 1996-1997, W. Alton Jones Foundation, since 1997. Recipient Fulbright Senior Lecturer/Researcher award, 1995.