Energy In The 21st Century (3rd Edition) / Edition 3

by John R Fanchi

Overview

Many events that affect global energy production and consumption have occurred since the second edition of Energy in the 21st Century appeared in 2011. For example, an earthquake and tsunami in Japan led to the disruption of the Fukushima nuclear facility and a global re-examination of the safety of the nuclear industry. Oil and natural gas prices continue to be volatile, and the demand for energy has been affected by the global economy. The third edition updates data and the discussion of recent events.Energy in the 21st Century has been used as the text for an introductory energy course for the general college student population. Based on student feedback, we have included several features that enhance the value of the third edition as a textbook. In particular, we have included learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter, end of chapter activities, a comprehensive index, and a glossary. Points to Ponder are abbreviated as P2P in the Learning Objectives boxes and are provided throughout the text. They are designed to encourage the reader to consider the material from different perspectives.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789814434676
Publisher:	World Scientific Publishing Company, Incorporated
Publication date:	04/12/2013
Pages:	416
Product dimensions:	9.60(w) x 6.50(h) x 0.70(d)

Table of Contents

	Preface	vii
	A Brief History of Energy Consumption	1
	Energy Options - Fossil Energy	24
	Energy Options - Nuclear Energy	49
	Energy Options - Solar Energy	72
	Energy Options - Wind and Water	92
	Energy Options - Biomass and Synfuels	118
	Hydrogen - An Energy Carrier	133
	Electricity Generation and Distribution	148
	Energy, Economics and the Environment	171
	Energy Forecasts	197
	Figure Credits	224
	References	227
	Index	234