Energy Possibilities

Author : Trevor M. Letcher
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2008-07-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780080564876

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Future Energy by Trevor M. Letcher Pdf

Future Energy will allow us to make reasonable, logical and correct decisions on our future energy as a result of two of the most serious problems that the civilized world has to face; the looming shortage of oil (which supplies most of our transport fuel) and the alarming rise in atmospheric carbon dioxide over the past 50 years (resulting from the burning of oil, gas and coal and the loss of forests) that threatens to change the world’s climate through global warming. Future Energy focuses on all the types of energy available to us, taking into account a future involving a reduction in oil and gas production and the rapidly increasing amount of carbon dioxide in our atmosphere. It is unique in the genre of books of similar title in that each chapter has been written by a scientist or engineer who is an expert in his or her field. The book is divided into four sections: • Traditional Fossil Fuel and Nuclear Energy • Renewable Energy • Potentially Important New Types of Energy • New Aspects to Future Energy Usage Each chapter highlights the basic theory and implementation, scope, problems and costs associated with a particular type of energy. The traditional fuels are included because they will be with us for decades to come - but, we hope, in a cleaner form. The renewable energy types includes wind power, wave power, tidal energy, two forms of solar energy, bio-mass, hydroelectricity, geothermal and the hydrogen economy. Potentially important new types of energy include: pebble bed nuclear reactors, nuclear fusion, methane hydrates and recent developments in fuel cells and batteries. - Written by experts in the key future energy disciplines from around the globe - Details of all possible forms of energy that are and will be available globally in the next two decades - Puts each type of available energy into perspective with realistic, future options

Author : Jesse S. Tatum
Publisher : SUNY Press
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1995-01-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0791425959

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Energy Possibilities by Jesse S. Tatum Pdf

Using the perspectives of science, technology, and society studies, this book grapples with questions stimulated by a concern that current energy policies and practices reflect neither the best interests of ordinary people nor decision-making consistent with the traditions and aspirations of democracy. Probing the depths of assumptions made in traditional analysis and assembling minority views, present practices come into focus as startlingly narrow social constructs amidst a vast unexplored terrain of material and socio-cultural possibilities. Questions of power and responsible action are pursued in this context, casting both traditional decision makers and citizens in less than a positive light. The author includes an examination of the experience of the "home power" movement not as "The Solution" to our energy problems, but as a concrete illustration of alternative theory and practice, and of the range of possibilities inherent in energy decisions. The book aims not at recommendations for prescriptive public policy, but primarily at refocusing the reader's attentions, as ultimate policy maker, on the core of the energy question: How do we wish to live in the world?

Author : Jesse S. Tatum
Publisher : State University of New York Press
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 1995-08-31
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781438421889

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Energy Possibilities by Jesse S. Tatum Pdf

Using the perspectives of science, technology, and society studies, this book grapples with questions stimulated by a concern that current energy policies and practices reflect neither the best interests of ordinary people nor decision-making consistent with the traditions and aspirations of democracy. Probing the depths of assumptions made in traditional analysis and assembling minority views, present practices come into focus as startlingly narrow social constructs amidst a vast unexplored terrain of material and socio-cultural possibilities. Questions of power and responsible action are pursued in this context, casting both traditional decision makers and citizens in less than a positive light. The author includes an examination of the experience of the "home power" movement not as "The Solution" to our energy problems, but as a concrete illustration of alternative theory and practice, and of the range of possibilities inherent in energy decisions. The book aims not at recommendations for prescriptive public policy, but primarily at refocusing the reader's attentions, as ultimate policy maker, on the core of the energy question: How do we wish to live in the world?

Author : D. Elliott
Publisher : Springer
Page : 285 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2007-07-31
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780230378384

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Sustainable Energy by D. Elliott Pdf

In this timely book, leading authors explore the technologies that might help us to develop a sustainable energy future, emphasising renewable energy and the political and economic context needed for them to prosper. This collection makes hard-headed assessments of what is possible and what is not.

Author : Mejdi Jeguirim,Patrick Dutournie
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 584 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2023-04-16
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780443184406

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Renewable Energy Production and Distribution Volume 2 by Mejdi Jeguirim,Patrick Dutournie Pdf

Renewable Energy Production and Distribution: Solutions and Opportunities, Volume Four, the latest release in the Advances in Renewable Energy Technologies series, looks at the production performance of renewable energy sources and emerging production processes. Containing all major renewable energy technologies in individual chapters, this reference includes some of the most dynamic developments, good practices and future concepts in solar energy systems, energy storage, geothermal energy, bioenergy and hydrogen production. By reviewing these advances, considering them in real world applications and analyzing key challenges, this book provides readers with an up-to-date resource on renewable energy grid integration and its importance. This newest volume will be of interest to sustainability, energy and engineering graduates, researchers, professors as well as industry professionals involved in the renewable energy sector. Highlights best practices and future ideas for a range of renewable energy technologies, including solar energy, energy storage and geothermal energy Discusses the latest challenges in emerging energy production processes Presents real-world applications to bridge the gap between energy research and practice

Author : Shaharin A. Sulaiman
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 327 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2021-01-21
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789811591402

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Clean Energy Opportunities in Tropical Countries by Shaharin A. Sulaiman Pdf

This book highlights the present scenario of energy demand and power generation technologies in tropical countries. The tropics are well known to receive direct sunlight. Furthermore, different than four-season countries, tropical countries have a continuous summer-like season, and therefore, they are rich in clean energy sources, like solar and biomass. Home to 40% of the world’s population, the demand for energy in these countries keeps increasing. With the present serious global concern on the environment, the choice of power generation is no doubt the cleanest possible resources. This book delves into the opportunity that various tropical countries have in pursuing environmentally friendly power generation systems.

Author : Frano Barbir,Sergio Ulgiati
Publisher : Springer
Page : 375 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2010-09-02
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789048195657

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Energy Options Impact on Regional Security by Frano Barbir,Sergio Ulgiati Pdf

Energy appears to be a fundamental driving force of economic and political strategies as well as planetary stability. Energy-related issues such as (1) the availability of new energy sources and viable technologies, (2) the disparity in access to energy sources, (3) the role of energy in our societies (energy societal metabolism), (4) the energy support to the life of our cities (where about half of world population is going to live very soon), and (5) the energy demand for food security all over the world, are “hot” problems that humans will have to face within the framework of sustainability (ecologically sound production and consumption patterns associated with socially acce- able life styles), in terms of policies, technological development and economic processes. A coherent energy strategy is required, addressing both energy supply and demand, security of access, development problems, equity, market dynamics, by also taking into account the whole energy lifecycle including fuel production, transmission and distribution, energy conversion, and the impact on energy equipment manufacturers and the end-users of energy systems. Issues of energy efficiency and rebound effect must also be taken into proper account. In the short term, the aim should be to achieve higher energy efficiencies and increased supply from local energy sources, in particular renewable energy sources.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Natural Resources. Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Law
ISBN : PSU:000061505483

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Renewable Energy Opportunities and Issues on Federal Lands by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Natural Resources. Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources Pdf

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Natural Resources. Subcommittee on Fisheries, Wildlife, and Oceans
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Nature
ISBN : PSU:000061506404

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Renewable Energy Opportunities and Issues on the Outer Continental Shelf by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Natural Resources. Subcommittee on Fisheries, Wildlife, and Oceans Pdf

Author : Ibrahim Dincer
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 375 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2024-07-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9783031534379

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Renewable Energy Options for Power Generation and Desalination by Ibrahim Dincer Pdf

Author : Alekseĭ Lazarevich Piskarev,Alexey Piskarev,Mikhail Shkatov
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 435 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2012-06-14
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780444537843

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Energy Potential of the Russian Arctic Seas by Alekseĭ Lazarevich Piskarev,Alexey Piskarev,Mikhail Shkatov Pdf

The structure of sedimentary basins of the Russian Arctic Seas is studied and illustrated by a number of maps, cross-sections and geophysical models. The calculated density models of the Earth crust illustrate the deep structure of the main blocks of the crust. Five major gas-condensate and gas fields are discovered here: three (Shtokman, Ludlov, Ledovoe) in the Barents and two (Leningrad and Rusanov) in the Kara Sea. Geological and geophysical characteristics of the Russian Arctic Sea sedimentary basins allow an estimation of their hydrocarbon potential by comparison with the known world analogues. Total potential resources of giant deposits of hydrocarbons in Russian Arctic Seas are estimated at 470 billion barrels of oil equivalent. The richest resources are the Kara Sea and Laptev Sea. Less rich is Barents Sea. The relatively smaller contribution to the overall estimation of the resources makes the resources of East-Siberian Sea and Chukchi Sea. Development the energy capacity of the continental shelf of Russia can play a stabilizing role in the dynamics of oil and gas production in the period 2010-2020. A key role in developing the capacity of the Arctic shelf oil and gas play is the innovative technology in exploration, production and management of the relevant investment projects. World offshore experience indicates that the combination of these factors is achieved through the formation of international firms and organizations. Comprehensively assesses the potential oil and gas resources in sedimentary basins within the Russian sector of the Arctic Ocean Describes the economic and legal challenges to the development of offshore fields in Russia Explores possible ways and timing to maKe these hydrocarbon resources available to the global market

Author : Jefferson W. Tester
Publisher : MIT Press
Page : 884 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0262201534

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Sustainable Energy by Jefferson W. Tester Pdf

Evaluates trade-offs and uncertainties inherent in achieving sustainable energy, analyzes the major energy technologies, and provides a framework for assessing policy options.

Author : Thomas W. Kerlin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 623 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Energy development
ISBN : 1628701544

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Future Energy by Thomas W. Kerlin Pdf

America and the world face daunting questions about how we produce energy and how we use it. Conservation and improved energy efficiency can help in reducing energy requirements, but cannot halt the steady increase in energy consumption. Increasing world population and increasing energy appetites in emerging economies will create competition for energy resources for all nations. The possibilities for future energy production include fossil fuels (oil, natural gas, coal, oil sands, and oil shale), biofuels, solar, wind, hydroenergy, geothermal and nuclear (probably fission and possibly fusion). Each of these sources has relative advantages and disadvantages. The problem is to produce enough sustainable energy while avoiding unacceptable environmental consequences, especially climate change. In order to evaluate the potential of the various energy options, citizens must understand the basic science that underlies each potential energy source and each energy use technology. This knowledge permits assessment of what is possible and practical and, maybe more importantly, what is impossible or impractical. Fortunately most of the pertinent science is old, well established and, for the most part, quite simple. This science provides a framework into which one can insert real data and draw conclusions. Without such quantitative assessments, claims about capabilities of the various energy options must be viewed as unverified assumptions rather than hard facts. This book presents the essential science in an easy-to-understand, yet comprehensive way. A big change in the ways that we produce and use energy is inevitable. Informed choices will help avoid waste, avoid unnecessary disruptions in our lives and avoid undesirable environmental effects. The purpose of this book is to help the reader make informed decisions about which energy production technologies to support and which energy use technologies and lifestyle options to implement in his/her personal life.

Author : Dinesh Kumar Srivastava,V S Ramamurthy
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2021-02-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789811233494

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Climate Change And Energy Options For A Sustainable Future by Dinesh Kumar Srivastava,V S Ramamurthy Pdf

'This book could not be more timely — published after a year that saw the costliest slew of weather disasters in history along with one of the deadliest pandemic, the emergence and spread of which is linked to climate change ... This book will be a valuable resource for scientists, policy makers but also educators and especially a young generation of readers who want to be informed citizens shaping the right choices for their local communities but also as cosmopolitan citizens of the world.'Journal of Indian Physics AssociationThe signs of global warming can be seen everywhere — hotter summers, frequent heavy rains, prolonged droughts, more severe forest fires, fiercer storms (including snow storms) and cyclones, as well as melting polar ice caps. Our indiscriminate actions are raising the spectre of millions of climate refugees who are victims of battles for water, crops, fish, and so on. It is poignant that the poorer countries, that are the least equipped to face these calamities have contributed the least to global warming, but are the worst hit.Only a concerted effort from the entire world by a rapid transition to renewable, clean and green energy sources, while checking wastage, deforestation and pollution, and a genuine adjustment in lifestyles towards moderation can avert the Earth, the only habitable planet we know, from turning into a hothouse.

Author : John Randolph,Gilbert Masters
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 637 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Environmental education
ISBN : 1642830348

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Energy for Sustainability by John Randolph,Gilbert Masters Pdf

Despite a 2016-18 glut in fossil fuel markets and decade-low fuel prices, the global transformation to sustainable energy is happening. Our ongoing energy challenges and solutions are complex and multidimensional, involving science, technology, design, economics, finance, planning, policy, politics, and social movements. The most comprehensive book on this topic, Energy for Sustainability has been the go-to resource for courses. This new edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to inform and guide students and practitioners who will steer this transformation. Drawing on a combined 80 years of teaching experience, John Randolph and Gilbert Masters take a holistic and interdisciplinary approach. Energy for Sustainability can help techies and policymakers alike understand the mechanisms required to enable conversion to energy that is clean, affordable, and secure. Major revisions to this edition reflect the current changes in technology and energy use and focus on new analyses, data, and methods necessary to understand and actively participate in the transition to sustainable energy. The book begins with energy literacy, including patterns and trends, before covering the fundamentals of energy related to physics, engineering, and economics. The next parts explore energy technologies and opportunities in three important energy sectors: buildings, electricity, and transportation. The final section focuses on policy and planning, presenting the critical role of public policy and consumer and investor choice in transforming energy markets to greater sustainability. Throughout the book, methods for energy and economic analysis and design give readers a quantitative appreciation for and understanding of energy systems. The book uses case studies extensively to demonstrate current experience and illustrate possibilities.