The energy conversion chain
Energy and the environment : Localized environmental concerns ; Global environmental concerns ; Adaptation and mitigation
pt. 2. The global energy demand and supply balance
World energy supply : World energy sources ; Fossil fuel resources ; The global demand, supply balance
pt. 3. New and sustainable energy sources
Non-conventional fossil fuels : New sources of oil and gas ; Clean coal processes ; Carbon mitigation
Renewable energy sources : Introduction ; Solar energy ; Wind energy
Biomass energy ; Hydroelectric power ; Ocean energy ; Geothermal energy
Nuclear power : Introduction ; Light-water reactors ; Heavy-water reactors ; Other reactor types ; Advanced reactor designs ; Nuclear power and sustainability ; Nuclear power economics and public acceptance
pt. 4. Towards a sustainable energy balance
The transportation challenge : Transportation energy use ; Road vehicles ; Trains, planes, and ships
Achieving a sustainable energy balance
Appendix : Energy conversion factors.
