The Handbook of Energy and Environment in the 21st Century discusses the key dimensions of the present energy scenario as well as the emerging trends. Global responses to environmental challenges are examined, taking into account technical, economic, social, and policy perspectives. Responding to the latest developments, the book also discusses the impacts of natural disasters and pandemics on the energy in the context of energy and environmental implications. Further, it presents various related topics such as dynamics of the sustainable energy transition, renewable energy implementation, decarbonization of fossil fuels, electric mobility, distributed generation systems, and energy security. The book will benefit a wide range of stakeholders from the fields of energy, environment, socioeconomics, geopolitics, and sustainable development. It serves as a valuable reference for academics, researchers, and analysts in these fields.
Preface
Chapter 1 : Sustainable Energy Transition : Technological Perspective
Chapter 2 : Energy Sustainability : Dimensions and Prospects
Chapter 3 : Renewable Energy : Technologies, Applications and Trends
Chapter 4 : Energy Conservation and Management : Key to Energy Sustainability
Chapter 5 : Technology and Architecture of Smart Grid
Chapter 6 : Nuclear Power : Will It Be Part of the 21st Century Sustainable Energy Transition?
Chapter 7 : Distributed Generation Systems : Types and Application
Chapter 8 : Role of Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in Energy Transition
Chapter 9 : Buildings for Energy and Environmental Sustainability
Chapter 10 : the Push for Renewable Energy Adoption in Africa : Challenges and Prospects
Chapter 11 : Energy and Environment : A Dynamic Partnership
Chapter 12 : Global Warming and Climate Change : Projections and Implications
Chapter 13 : International Climate Change Regimes in the 21st Century : From Stockholm to Paris
Chapter 14 : Integrated Energy and Environmental Policy Framework
Chapter 15 : Decision-Making in Energy and Environmental Systems Based on Water-Energy-Food Security Nexus Principles
Chapter 16 : The Policy Dynamics for Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development in the Year 2060
Chapter 17 : Global Warming and Climate Change : Projections and Implications
Chapter 18 : Pollution Haven or Pollution Halo? Environmental Effect of Chinese FDI Regarding the One Belt One Road Project
Chapter 19 : Improving the Resilience of Seaports to the Effects of Climate Change : Port Resilience Index as a Tool for Decision-Making
Index
