Current Issues in Public Utilities and Public Policy: Empirical Studies Focusing on Japan

This book explores economics, management, and business issues in network industries, providing empirical evidence and policy implications from various perspectives. It covers a wide range of public utilities and investigates private companies for future implications, covering multiple countries and employing empirical approaches.

Format: Hardback
Length: 351 pages
Publication date: 26 January 2023
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

This book is a groundbreaking contribution to the fields of economics, management, and business, particularly in the context of network industries such as public utilities and transportation. It offers a comprehensive exploration of significant issues that are currently prevalent in these industries, providing empirical evidence of the mechanisms and policy implications associated with them from diverse perspectives. This comprehensive collection of literature serves as a valuable resource for scholars and practitioners interested in public utilities economics and management.

The industries covered in this book encompass a wide range, including electricity, water supply, sewerage, transportation, and postal services. These industries play a vital role in shaping social infrastructure as public benefit services, contributing to the well-being of communities. The issues examined in this book go beyond traditional economics topics such as cost, efficiency, and productivity, encompassing management aspects such as governance, strategy, and organizational restructuring.

Furthermore, the book extends its analysis to include general private companies to draw future implications for policy and governance of public utilities. It covers multiple countries, such as Japan, the United States, and Vietnam, providing valuable insights into the diverse contexts and challenges faced by these nations in the realm of public utilities.

To enhance the understanding of public utility analysis, the book is organized into 17 chapters, each written by experts in their respective fields. These chapters present various empirical approaches and methodologies, contributing to the further development of empirical studies in public utilities.

By presenting a holistic and multidisciplinary perspective, this book offers valuable insights into the complex dynamics of network industries and their impact on society. It serves as a valuable resource for policymakers, industry professionals, and researchers seeking to deepen their understanding of the economics, management, and policy challenges associated with public utilities.

Weight: 723g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811974885
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023