PELPS III: A Microcomputer Price Endogenous Linear Programming System for Economic Modeling. Version 1.0

摘要

The document provides documentation and user information for PELPS III, a microcomputer Price Endogenous Linear Programming System for economic modeling. Originally developed for the North American pulp and paper industry, PELPS III can be used for any sector to predict consumption, production, and capacity by technology, and trade within or among several regions or countries. The theoretical structure is that of spatial equilibrium modeling under competitive market assumptions. The document contains a detailed user's guide, an application of PELPS III, and a mathematical description of the model. A glossary of terms is also included.