Studies and Analysis
Studies and analysis are critical to a diversity of activities, from portfolio management to technology development and policy formulation. A solid understanding of the key technological, economic, and environmental elements through in-depth and credible assessments of the underlying issues helps create a solid foundation for informed, rational decision making. Energetics provides subject-matter expertise in a broad spectrum of areas. We have built an extensive network of knowledge, resources, and contacts through decades of experience in energy technology, policy, economics, national security, measurement science, and other fields.
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Technology Baselines
Defining baselines for technologies, processes, and industries, using:
- Energy and environmental industry profiles
- Energy benchmarks for the manufacturing sector
- Supply-chain energy consumption analyses
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Emerging Technology Analysis
Conducting techno-economic analysis of emerging and next-generation technology, using :
- Economic and technical feasibility studies of advanced renewable energy technologies
- Validation and verification of new technologies
- Cost/benefit analyses for advanced renewable energy projects
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Carbon and Energy Footprints
Developing carbon and energy flows for industry, transportation, buildings, and the energy supply sector, including:
- Carbon reduction profiles for companies
- Product and supply chain footprints
- Relative carbon impact studies for renewable and alternative energy technology
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Life-Cycle Analysis
Calculating energy and environmental impacts from cradle to grave by considering:
- Use of energy, water, and other natural resources through the technology life cycle
- Emissions of pollutants to air, land, and water
- Recycling and reuse of industrial materials (plastics, steel, paper)
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R&D Portfolio Analysis
Assessing technology research and development portfolios, using:
- Technology performance predictions
- Projected technology adoption and impacts
- Multi-variable portfolio management analysis
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Economic and Policy Analysis
Supporting informed policy and decision making by evaluating:
- Economic impacts of subsidies and other incentives
- Impacts of federal programs on achieving program goals
- Knowledge-building to support policy recommendations
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Legislative and Regulatory Affairs
Evaluating the impacts of legislation, mandates, executive orders, and regulation on technology research, development, demonstration, and deployment by examining:
- Legislative support for new technology
- Mandated analysis for research decision making
- State and local influence on technology adoption
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Market Studies
Assessing and monitoring market and economic drivers, using:
- Market intelligence for advanced technologies
- Comparison and assessment of competing technologies
- International and domestic production trends
- Economic and competitiveness factors
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