2nd Edition

Energy, Society and Environment

By David Elliott Copyright 2004
378 Pages
by Routledge

378 Pages
by Routledge

384 Pages
by Routledge

Whilst energy use is fundamental to human existence, it is also at the heart of many environmental problems we face in the 21st century. Deteriorating air quality and the global warming phenomenon can all be attributed to our use of fossil fuels. The re-emergence of nuclear power as an alternative also prompts major concerns. Sustainable alternatives such as wind and hydroelectric power also face... Read more
1. Environmental problems, 2. Sustainable technology, 3. Problems of Implementation, 4. Sustainable society, Glossary, Appendix

Biography

David Elliott

'Although this is primarily a book on technology, it is written in a most accessible way ... It is a most interesting contribution to the ongoing and upcoming energy debates on society, economics, politics and the environment.  Therefore it is a must for all those involved in this debate.' - International Journal of Environment and Pollution