Energy Myths and Realities: Bringing Science to the Energy

Energy Myths and Realities: Bringing Science to the Energy Policy Debate

There are many misconceptions about the future of global energy often presented as fact by the media, politicians, business leaders, activists, and even scientistsâ€•wasting time and money and hampering the development of progressive energy policies. Energy Myths and Realities: Bringing Science to the Energy Policy Debate debunks the most common fallacies to make way for a constructive, scientific approach to the global energy challenge.

When will the world run out of oil? Should nuclear energy be adopted on a larger scale? Are ethanol and wind power viable sources of energy for the future? Vaclav Smil advises the public to be wary of exaggerated claims and impossible promises. The global energy transition will be prolonged and expensiveâ€•and hinges on the development of an extensive new infrastructure. Established technologies and traditional energy sources are persistent and adaptable enough to see the world through that transition.

Energy Myths and Realities brings a scientific perspective to an issue often dominated by groundless assertions, unfounded claims, and uncritical thinking. Before we can create sound energy policies for the future, we must renounce the popular myths that cloud our judgment and impede true progress.
Country USA
Brand AEI Press
Manufacturer AEI Press
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber YES3780136
ReleaseDate 2010-08-16
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780844743288

Country	USA
Brand	AEI Press
Manufacturer	AEI Press
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	YES3780136
ReleaseDate	2010-08-16
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780844743288

Energy Myths and Realities: Bringing Science to the Energy Policy Debate

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