Beyond Oil And Gas

Author : George A. Olah,Alain Goeppert,G. K. Surya Prakash
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 351 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2011-08-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783527644636

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Beyond Oil and Gas by George A. Olah,Alain Goeppert,G. K. Surya Prakash Pdf

The world is currently consuming about 85 million barrels of oil a day, and about two-thirds as much natural gas equivalent, both derived from non-renewable natural sources. In the foreseeable future, our energy needs will come from any available alternate source. Methanol is one such viable alternative, and also offers a convenient solution for efficient energy storage on a large scale. In this updated and enlarged edition, renowned chemists discuss in a clear and readily accessible manner the pros and cons of humankind's current main energy sources, while providing new ways to overcome obstacles. Following an introduction, the authors look at the interrelationship of fuels and energy, and at the extent of our non-renewable fossil fuels. They also discuss the hydrogen economy and its significant shortcomings. The main focus is on the conversion of CO2 from industrial as well as natural sources into liquid methanol and related DME, a diesel fuel substitute that can replace LNG and LPG. The book is rounded off with an optimistic look at future possibilities. A forward-looking and inspiring work that vividly illustrates potential solutions to our energy and environmental problems.

Author : George A. Olah,Alain Goeppert,G. K. Surya Prakash
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 650 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2018-06-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783527805655

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Beyond Oil and Gas by George A. Olah,Alain Goeppert,G. K. Surya Prakash Pdf

Completely revised and updated, the third edition of this bestseller discusses the concept and ongoing development of using methanol and derived dimethyl ether as a transportation fuel, energy storage medium, and as a chemical raw material to replace fossil fuels. The contents have been expanded by 35% with new and up to date coverage on energy storage, methanol from biomass and waste products, as well as on carbon dioxide capture and recycling. Written by the late Nobel laureate George Olah, Alain Goeppert and G. K. Surya Prakash, this is an inspiring read for anyone concerned with the major challenge posed by environmental problems including global warming and ocean acidification due to massive increase in fossil fuel use. The book provides a comprehensive and sustainable solution to replace fossil fuels in the long run by chemical recycling of carbon dioxide through renewable methanol utilizing alternative energy sources such as solar, wind, hydro, geothermal and nuclear. The Methanol Economy is being progressively implemented in many parts of the world.

Author : Kenneth S. Deffeyes
Publisher : Hill and Wang
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2006-06-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780374707026

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Beyond Oil by Kenneth S. Deffeyes Pdf

"This book explains both why the decline of our most precious fuel is inevitable and how challenging it will be to cope with what comes next."—Richard E. Smalley, University Professor, Rice University, and 1996 Nobel laureate With world oil production about to peak and inexorably head toward steep decline, what fuels are available to meet rising global energy demands? That question, once thought to address a fairly remote contingency, has become ever more urgent, as a spate of books has drawn increased public attention to the imminent exhaustion of the economically vital world oil reserves. Kenneth S. Deffeyes, a geologist who was among the first to warn of the coming oil crisis, now takes the next logical step and turns his attention to the earth's supply of potential replacement fuels. In Beyond Oil, he traces out their likely production futures, with special reference to that of oil, utilizing the same analytic tools developed by his former colleague, the pioneering petroleum-supply authority M. King Hubbert. "The bad news in this book is made bearable by the author's witty, conversational writing style. If my college econ textbooks had been written this way, I might have learned economics." —Rupert Cutler, The Roanoke Times

Author : John Gever
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Energiplanlægning
ISBN : CORNELL:31924059831747

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Beyond Oil by John Gever Pdf

Author : Fraser Armstrong,Katherine Blundell
Publisher : OUP Oxford
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2007-11-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780191526183

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Energy... beyond oil by Fraser Armstrong,Katherine Blundell Pdf

As the Earth's oil supply runs out, and the effects of climate change threaten nations and their populations, the search for carbon-neutral sources of energy becomes more important and increasingly urgent. This book focuses on solutions to the energy problem, and not just the problem itself. It describes the major energy-generation technologies currently under development, and provides an authoritative summary of the current status of each one. It stresses the need for a balanced portfolio of alternative energy technologies. Certain solutions will be more appropriate than others in particular locations, due to the differences in availability of natural resources such as solar, wind, wave, tidal and geothermal. In addition, nuclear options (both fission and fusion), as well as technologies such as fuel cells, photovoltaics, artificial photosynthesis and hydrogen (as an energy carrier), all have a potential role to play. A state-of-the-art critique of energy efficiency in building design is also included. Each chapter is written by an acknowledged international expert and provides a non-technical overview of the competing and complementary approaches to energy generation. Broad in scope and comprehensive in treatment, Energy..beyond Oil provides an authoritative synthesis of the scientific and technological issues which are essential to the survival of the human race in the near future. The book will be of interest and use to graduate students and researchers in all areas of energy studies, and will also be highly useful for policy-makers and professionals in the environmental sector as well as a more general readership who wish to learn more about this extremely topical subject.

Author : E.G. Frankel
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2008-09-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781402063824

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Oil and Security by E.G. Frankel Pdf

Increasing petroleum costs, supply uncertainties, political factors, and environmental damage are forcing a radical move towards alternatives. This book provides an up-to-date review of the socio-economic, political, and environmental factors forcing a new approach to global energy developments and use. It reviews alternative fuel and energy conversion technology developments that will help create a cleaner and more secure future.

Author : George A. Olah,Alain Goeppert,G. K. Surya Prakash
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 472 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Electronic books
ISBN : OCLC:1085193577

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Beyond Oil and Gas by George A. Olah,Alain Goeppert,G. K. Surya Prakash Pdf

Completely revised and updated, this book discusses the concept and ongoing development of using methanol and derived dimethyl ether as a transportation fuel, energy storage medium, and as a chemical raw material to replace fossil fuels. --

Author : Katherine M. Blundell
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2007-11
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780199209965

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Energy... Beyond Oil by Katherine M. Blundell Pdf

Both the forthcoming depletion of oil reserves and the urgent need to arrest global warming caused by the combustion of fossil fuels necessitates new thinking from individuals and governments alike. This book will consider a global, long-term matrix of solutions to the energy problem as a necessary condition for a sustainable future existence on this planet.

Author : Taran Thune,Ole Andreas Engen,Olav Wicken
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2018-10-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781351391634

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Petroleum Industry Transformations by Taran Thune,Ole Andreas Engen,Olav Wicken Pdf

Taking the case of the Norwegian petroleum industry as its vantage point, the book discusses the question of industrial transformations in resource-based industries. The book presents new, empirically-based analyses of the development of the petroleum industry, with an emphasis on three ongoing transformation processes: Technological upgrading and innovation in upstream petroleum. Globalisation of the petroleum industry and suppliers’ experiences of entering foreign markets. Diversification into and out of petroleum – and the potential for new growth paths after oil. Drawing together a range of key thinkers in this field, this volume addresses the ways in which the petroleum industry and its supply industry has changed since the turn of the millennium. It provides recommendations for the development of resource economies in general and petroleum economies in particular. This book will be of great interest to students and scholars of energy policy and economics, natural resource management, innovation studies and the politics of the oil and gas sector.

Author : John Urry
Publisher : Zed Books Ltd.
Page : 173 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2013-01-10
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781780321714

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Societies beyond Oil by John Urry Pdf

What would a de-carbonised society be like? What are the implications of a general de-globalisation for our social futures? How will our high-carbon patterns of life be restructured in a de-energized world? As global society gradually wakes up to the new reality of peak oil, these questions remain unanswered. For the last hundred years oil made the world go round, and as we move into the century of 'tough oil' this book examines some profound consequences. It considers what societies would be like that are powering down; what lessons can be learned from the past about de-energized societies; will there be rationing systems or just the market to allocate scarce energy? Can virtual worlds solve energy problems? What levels of income and wellbeing would be likely? In this groundbreaking book, John Urry analyzes how the twentieth century created a kind of mirage of the future that is unsustainable into even the medium term and envisions the future of an oil-dependent world facing energy descent. Without a large-scale plan B, how can the energizing of society possibly be going into reverse?

Author : Paul Mobbs
Publisher : Troubador Publishing Ltd
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1905237006

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Energy Beyond Oil by Paul Mobbs Pdf

Whilst you read this sentence the world, on average, has just burnt another seven to eight thousand barrels of oil. In fact, it gets through around eighty-two million barrels per day. The message you take from this book should be a positive one... that Western society is about to undergo a massive, collective shock. But, by applying basic principles of sustainable development we can live through this period... albeit without the ready-meals, cheap flights to Spain, 4x4's, Britney Spears videos, Formula One racing, plastic umbrellas...

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Foreign Affairs. Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : PSU:000061503670

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Beyond Oil and Gas by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Foreign Affairs. Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health Pdf

Author : Trevor M. Boopsingh,Gregory McGuire
Publisher : University Press of America
Page : 497 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2014-08-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780761863298

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From Oil to Gas and Beyond by Trevor M. Boopsingh,Gregory McGuire Pdf

From Oil to Gas and Beyond chronicles the history of the petroleum industry in Trinidad and Tobago and appraises major policy decisions impacting its economy. The book details the macroeconomic, commercial, and technical challenges faced by Trinidad and Tobago in the monetization of its oil and gas resources over the past one hundred years. The contributors cover several topics including local content, national participation, sustainability, communication, leadership, energy diplomacy, environmental law and macroeconomic policy.

Author : Andrei V. Belyi
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2020-03-26
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783030290894

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Beyond Market Assumptions: Oil Price as a Global Institution by Andrei V. Belyi Pdf

This book defines oil price as a social institution that exists beyond supply-demand mechanisms. Discussing oil markets in the context of the broader sociology of prices, it covers a number of theoretical and practical dimensions, such as new market uncertainties and trends, and social perceptions of energy security and of power. Further, based on case studies it explores the implications for OPEC, Russia, and Central and Eastern Europe, as well as for the energy transition and for international investment arbitration. Featuring contributions from leading academics, researchers and business professionals, the book offers an interdisciplinary perspective on the oil price. “This book brings together an impressive team of scholars with fresh perspectives on the oil price. Even as the world attempts energy transition, oil consumption continues and the oil price is likely to become even more unpredictable and unclear than in the past. This book helps make sense of this challenging topic.” -Indra Overland is a Research Professor and Head of Centre for Energy Research, Norwegian Institute of International Affairs (NUPI) “A revealing and multidimensional analysis of oil price fluctuations in a market that seeks less uncertainty. This book discusses market and price evolution in the context of market theories, history and real-time market analysis. A welcome and timely contribution to our understanding of global energy markets.” Dr. Sara Vakhshouri is Founder and President of SVB Energy International and Professor of Energy Security at the Institute of World Politics.

Author : Mark Jaccard
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 408 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2006-01-16
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1139449052

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Sustainable Fossil Fuels by Mark Jaccard Pdf

More and more people believe we must quickly wean ourselves from fossil fuels - oil, natural gas and coal - to save the planet from environmental catastrophe, wars and economic collapse. In this 2006 book, Professor Jaccard argues that this view is misguided. We have the technological capability to use fossil fuels without emitting climate-threatening greenhouse gases or other pollutants. The transition from conventional oil and gas to their unconventional sources including coal for producing electricity, hydrogen and cleaner-burning fuels will decrease energy dependence on politically unstable regions. In addition, our vast fossil fuel resources will be the cheapest source of clean energy for the next century and perhaps longer, which is critical for the economic and social development of the world's poorer countries. By buying time for increasing energy efficiency, developing renewable energy technologies and making nuclear power more attractive, fossil fuels will play a key role in humanity's quest for a sustainable energy system.