U.S. ENERGY (MODEL 2): UPDATED 04/02/09 (educational program)

WINDOWS (1024x768 RESOLUTION or higher):

MAC VERSION (OS-X needs the Classic Environment) (1024x768 RESOLUTION or higher)

This is a simplified version of the model-1 simulator still available (see below). In the new version, the initial Scenario setup has been simplified, the actual play of the simulation has been simplified, and there is an option to increase the time increment to 5-years and thus permit completion of the simulation in about 1/5 the normal time. All data have been updated. This version does not contain the animated tutorials, but these can be accessed by downloading the Animated Chalkboard--Energy package. Recent updates provide a more realistic time-line for new energy technology growth.

The primary goal for the student is to maintain a standard of living close to that at the start of the simulation. While the living standard takes into account both increasing efficiency and conservation initiatives, dwindling reserves makes the process difficult.

REQUIREMENTS: Win 95/98/ME/NT4.x/2000/XP, a Pentium level processor (300 MHz or faster is recommended), a video card displaying at 1024x768 screen resolution and in high-color (15-16 bit) or true-color (24-32 bit) color depths. Memory requirements: 128 Megs are recommended. Mac requirements are similar--OS 9 or above is recommended.

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ENERGY FOR THE 22ND CENTURY: (NEW 11/30/04) (educational program)

WINDOWS (1024x768 RESOLUTION or higher):

MAC VERSION (OS-X needs the Classic Environment)--(1024x768 RESOLUTION or higher):

This simulator is a much simplified version of the EnergyProject 2100 simulator described below. The entire simulation can be completed in just a few minutes. The goal, however, is the same--to provide energy into the next century without the Fossil fuels (coal can be optionally included). The simulator will emphasize the number of plants/units needed, the land use, and the capital costs involved. This simulator would be well suited for High School use.

REQUIREMENTS: Win 95/98/ME/NT4.x/2000/XP, a Pentium level processor (300 MHz or faster is recommended), a video card displaying at 1024x768 screen resolution and in high-color (15-16 bit) or true-color (24-32 bit) color depths. Memory requirements: 128 Megs are recommended. Mac requirements are similar--OS 9 or above is recommended.

INTERNATIONAL ENERGY:

(SPANISH LANGUAGE VERSION--WINDOWS ONLY--AVAILABLE)

WINDOWS (1024x768 RESOLUTION or higher):

MAC VERSION (OS-X needs the Classic Environment)--(1024x768 RESOLUTION or higher):

Based on the software described below (Energy Project 2100), this new package allows one to play different regions or countries. These include the WORLD, AFRICA, ASIA, WESTERN EUROPE, EASTERN EUROPE, SCANDINAVIA, CENTRAL AMERICA, MIDDLE EAST, AUSTRALIA, BRAZIL, CANADA, CHINA, FRANCE, GERMANY, INDIA, ITALY, JAPAN, MEXICO, NEW ZEALAND, ROMANIA, RUSSIA, SPAIN, TURKEY, UNITED KINGDOM, UNITED STATES.

Requirements are the same as above.

SPECIAL NOTE: The INTERNATIONAL PROJECT may not run on a network because the large amount of graphic data and large number of parameters may require that the program write a temporary file. On most network setups, the user doesn't have write access. It is possible that your network administrator can allow this program to write such files or perhaps your network works differently than ours. Please check that the program does run in a network environment before using it with students.

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UNITED STATES ENERGY (MODEL 4) (NEW 07-26-05) (educational program)

WINDOWS AND MAC (OS-X needs the Classic Environment) (1024x768 RESOLUTION or higher)

The latest version of the basic U.S. Energy Management software is now available.

This new version tries to combine the best of the earlier simulators with the more recent series based on our yearly class projectwww.saintmarys.edu/~rtarara/ENERGY_PROJECT/ENERGY2100.htm. Some of the features of the new model include:

1) Relatively short execution time for the entire simulation.

2) A more complete and sophisticated model than previous simulations.

3) More user adjustable parameters. For example, immigration is a separate factor in population growth and can be adjusted in a number of ways.

4) New graphics.

REQUIREMENTS: Win 98/ME/2000/XP, a Pentium-4 level processor (1 GHz or faster is recommended), a video card displaying at 1024x768 screen resolution and in high-color (15-16 bit) or true-color (24-32 bit) color depths. Memory requirements: 128 Megs are recommended. Mac requirements are similar--OS 9 or emulation.

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WORLD ENERGY (MODEL 2) (NEW 10-25-06)

WINDOWS and MAC (Classic Environment) (1024x768 RESOLUTION or higher)

This newest simulator is designed to quickly examine a variety of goals set either universally for all the planet or individually by the six main regions (Africa, Asia, Europe, North and South America, and Oceania). These goals include population growth, living standard, and the mix of energy resources to be used in the future. The primary aim of the simulator is to allow the user to change one or two parameters and quickly see the result this has on the future. The main interaction is therefore in setting up the initial conditions and goals for the simulation. For a more 'play time interaction' see the World Energy simulator below.

REQUIREMENTS: Win 98/ME/2000/XP, a Pentium-4 level processor (1 GHz or faster is recommended), a video card displaying at 1024x768 screen resolution and in high-color (15-16 bit) or true-color (24-32 bit) color depths. Memory requirements: 128 Megs are recommended.

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