Overview
Addresses the gap in our understanding of energy, based on the recent shift toward alternative energy, and away from conventional sources
Analyzes the entire spectrum of energy, from conventional sources to various alternative sources
Explains the fundamentals of energy and all related aspects using clear and straightforward language
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This book analyzes the entire spectrum of energy, from conventional sources to various alternative sources. Historically, the Sun has been viewed as the ultimate source of energy on the Earth. All forms of energy – fossil fuels and renewables alike – owe their existence to the Sun. The book also provides a historical perspective on energy policy over the years. It explains the fundamentals of energy and all related aspects using clear and straightforward language, and will serve as a reference guide for all stakeholders including policymakers, academics, students and world citizens in general.
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Book Title: The World of Energy
Book Subtitle: Engine of Life
Authors: Raj Sharma, Vishnu Pareek
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-6724-7
Publisher: Springer Singapore
eBook Packages: Economics and Finance, Economics and Finance (R0)
Copyright Information: Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2020
Hardcover ISBN: 978-981-15-6723-0Published: 16 October 2020
Softcover ISBN: 978-981-15-6726-1Published: 17 October 2021
eBook ISBN: 978-981-15-6724-7Published: 15 October 2020
Edition Number: 1
Number of Pages: XVI, 66
Number of Illustrations: 3 b/w illustrations, 38 illustrations in colour
Topics: Popular Science in Energy, Energy Policy, Economics and Management, Natural Resource and Energy Economics, Sustainable Development, Renewable and Green Energy