As concerns over rising energy prices and potential shortages continue to grow, this comprehensive handbook provides a detailed analysis of the past, present, and future of all the principal energy sources--biomass, coal, oil, natural gas, hydro and nuclear power--as well as sustainable sources, especially fuel cell technology.
Equally useful for students of energy and energy policy as well as policy makers and professionals in the field, Energy for the 21st Century begins with a fascinating survey of the early history and use of energy sources and the colorful expansion of Big Oil. It examines the evolving technologies for each source of energy, national and international policy issues, the effects of Middle East wars, disruptions from hurricane Katrina, and the growing energy demands of India and China. Written by an expert who is both an energy professional and a business educator, the book offers a comprehensive examination of the most current energy policies under consideration, with special attention to environmental concerns.
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Preface
Chapter 1 : Are We on Easter Island?
Chapter 2 : Electricity and the Utility Industry
Chapter 3 : Biomass
Chapter 4 : Coal
Chapter 5 : The Story of Big Oil
Chapter 6 : Oil
Chapter 7 : Natural Gas
Chapter 8 : Nuclear and Hydropower
Chapter 9 : Sustainable Energy
Chapter 10 : Looking Toward the Future
Chapter 11 : An Energy Strategy
Index
About the Author
