| | |  | Renewable Energy | Home » » Energy Systems and Sustainability | | | | | | | Description: | | Today energy and sustainability are areas of primary concern throughout the world. Energy Systems and Sustainability provides a thorough introduction to the economic, social, environmental, and policy issues raised by current systems of energy use. In addition, it describes the key physical and engineering features of these systems.
The book begins with an introductory account of the present world energy situation. This is followed by chapters explaining basic energy concepts and describing the magnitudes and patterns of human energy needs. The central part of the book deals with the historical evolution and present status of conventional fossil- and nuclear-fueled energy systems. These systems, along with hydropower and traditional biofuels, currently supply the majority of the world's commercial energy. In addition, a section on economics describes the basic methods by which the monetary costs of energy are calculated, and discusses the external costs of energy production. The concluding sections deal with the sustainability problems associated with both fossil and nuclear fuel use, and possible solutions using new technological developments.
Energy Systems and Sustainability is the only text on the market to provide a fresh, contemporary perspective on energy and sustainability for an undergraduate audience. It is ideal for courses in energy, sustainable development, environmental science, and architecture. | | | Product Details: | | | Paperback:
| 640 pages | | Publisher:
| Oxford University Press, USA | | Publication Date:
| December 04, 2003 | | Language:
| English | | ISBN:
| 0199261792 | | Product Width:
| 2.0 centimeters | | Product Height:
| 2.5 centimeters | | Product Weight:
| 0.04 pounds | | Package Length:
| 10.4 inches | | Package Width:
| 8.2 inches | | Package Height:
| 1.3 inches | | Package Weight:
| 3.95 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 3 reviews |
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6 of 6 found the following review helpful:
 Excellent ResourceSep 16, 2007
By DTG
"dtg9000"
This book, and its companion "Renewable Energy", are excellent introductory books to the topic of energy. The basics are explained in clear language, the references are up-to-date and the graphics are colorful and very helpful. These two books take a HUGE topic and make it understandable and interesting. I hope that new editions continue to be published.
If I had to make one complaint, it's that it's focused on the UK, which in terms of energy is a relatively small country. But in today's world, that is a minor issue. The book gives you the tools you need evaluate other sources of information.
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
Interesting Overall and Initial ApproachApr 05, 2008
By Jorge De Rosa Ferreira
"Jorge De Rosa"
The author presents an overall about the Renewable Energy Sources (RES). I recommend this book for those ones with no previous experience in this subject. Good book for a fresh start in RES business.
0 of 6 found the following review helpful:
 Never got the book.Sep 16, 2009
By Tyler Wight
"t"
I never received my book. And now i have to deal with returns. it sucks. but might be a legit seller.
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