The world of energy : engine of life : understanding that there is no free lunch--caught between a rock and a hard place! /

The world of energy : engine of life : understanding that there is no free lunch--caught between a rock and a hard place! /

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Bibliographic Details
Author / Creator:	Sharma, Raj, author.
Imprint:	Singapore : Springer, [2020]
Description:	1 online resource (xvi, 66 pages) : illustrations (some color)
Language:	English
Subject:	Power resources. Energy policy. Natural resources. Renewable energy sources. Energy policy. Natural resources. Power resources. Renewable energy sources. Electronic books.
Format:	E-Resource Book
URL for this record:	http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/12608054

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Other authors / contributors:	Pareek, Vishnu, author.
ISBN:	9789811567247 9811567247 9811567239 9789811567230
Digital file characteristics:	text file PDF
Notes:	Includes bibliographical references. Description based on online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on December 22, 2020).
Summary:	This book analyzes the entire spectrum of energy, from conventional sources to various alternative sources. Historically, the Sun has been viewed as the ultimate source of energy on the Earth. All forms of energy - fossil fuels and renewables alike - owe their existence to the Sun. The book also provides a historical perspective on energy policy over the years. It explains the fundamentals of energy and all related aspects using clear and straightforward language, and will serve as a reference guide for all stakeholders including policymakers, academics, students and world citizens in general.
Other form:	Print version: 9811567239 9789811567230
Standard no.:	10.1007/978-981-15-6724-7

Table of Contents:

1. Introduction - Setting the Stage
2. Energy Fundamentals in 'English' - Understanding There is No Free Lunch
3. The World of Energy - The Bog Picture
4. Primary Energy - The Big Three
5. Alternate Energy - Myth and Reality
6. The Fossil Fuel Bugbear of Climate Change - A Perspective
7. Wrapping it All Up - What Next?