The Future of Energy Use 2nd Ed

Following the success of its predecessor, this second edition of The Future of Energy Use provides essential analysis of the use of different forms of energy and their environmental and social impacts. It examines conventional, nuclear and renewable sources and technologies, using relevant case studies and providing a vital link between technology and related policy issues. New material includes: a stronger focus on climate change policy and energy security; a discussion of the long run marginal costs of oil; Coverage of the biofuels debate in both the developed and developing worlds; an outline of developments in the built environment (including transport issues); the relationship between behaviour and energy use.