Energy for the 21st Century A Comprehensive Guide to Conventional and Alternative Sources

Roy L. Nersesian

ISBN 10: 8182743575 / ISBN 13: 9788182743571

Editore: Pentagon Press, 2009

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Brand New. Soft Cover International Edition. Different ISBN and Cover Image. Priced lower than the standard editions which is usually intended to make them more affordable for students abroad. The core content of the book is generally the same as the standard edition. The country selling restrictions may be printed on the book but is no problem for the self-use. This Item maybe shipped from US or any other country as we have multiple locations worldwide.

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• Titolo: Energy for the 21st Century A Comprehensive Guide to Conventional and Alternative Sources
• Editore: Pentagon Press
• Data di pubblicazione: 2009
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 8182743575
• ISBN 13: 9788182743571
• Rilegatura: Brossura
• Edizione: Edizione Internazionale
• Condizione: New

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As concerns over rising energy prices and potential shortages continue to grow, this comprehensive handbook provides a detailed analysis of the past, present, and future of all the principal energy sources-biomass, coal, oil, natural gas, hydro and nuclear power-as well as sustainable sources, especially fuel cell technology. Equally useful for students of energy and energy policy as well as policy makers and professionals in the field, Energy for the 21st Century begins with a fascinating survey of the early history and use of energy sources and the colorful expansion of Big Oil. Written by an expert who is both an energy professional and a business educator, the book offers a comprehensive examination of the most current energy policies under consideration, with special attention to environmental concerns. As concerns over rising energy prices and potential shortages continue to grow, this comprehensive handbook provides a detailed analysis of the past, present, and future of all the principal energy sources-biomass, coal, oil, natural gas, hydro and nuclear power-as well as sustainable sources, especially fuel cell technology. Equally useful for students of energy and energy policy as well as policy makers and professionals in the field, Energy for the 21st Century begins with a fascinating survey of the early history and use of energy sources and the colorful expansion of Big Oil. Written by an expert who is both an energy professional and a business educator, the book offers a comprehensive examination of the most current energy policies under consideration, with special attention to environmental concerns.