Blar i NTNU Open på forfatter "Sopha, Bertha Maya"
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Adoption and diffusion of heating systems in Norway: Coupling agent-based modeling with empirical research
Sopha, Bertha Maya; Kløckner, Christian; Hertwich, Edgar G. (Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2013)Sophisticated modeling techniques can help policy makers examine technology interventions aimed at addressing climate change mitigation and other environmental issues. Since adoption of a new technology is not only based ... -
Agent-Based Modeling and Simulation of Clean Heating System Adoption in Norway
Sopha, Bertha Maya (Doktoravhandlinger ved NTNU, 1503-8181; 2011:31, Doctoral thesis, 2011)A sound climate policy encouraging clean energy investment is important to mitigate global warming. Previous research has demonstrated that consumer choice indeed plays an important role in adoption of sustainable technologies. ... -
Energy efficiency in Norwegian households - identifying motivators and barriers with a focus group approach
Kløckner, Christian; Sopha, Bertha Maya; Matthies, Ellen; Bjørnstad, Even (Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2013)This paper describes the theoretical background and results of a focus group study on determinants of energy related behaviour in Norwegian households. 70 Norwegians between 18 and 79 years of age participated in eight ... -
Wood-Pellet Heating in Norway: Early Adopters' Satisfaction and Problems That Have Been Experienced
Skjevrak, Geir; Sopha, Bertha Maya (Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2012)Given the vital role of early adopters during the early stage of wood-pellet heating development, this study aims to explore the factors that explain the overall satisfaction among the early adopters of this type of heating ...