Publisher's Synopsis
Energy is a huge field, touching every part of society. Without it, we couldn't cook, heat our homes, make steel, travel, or pretty much do anything. Since humans first made the fire to warm themselves and cook, energy has been a cornerstone of progression and since the times of Watt and Brunel, it is hydrocarbons in the form of coal, oil, and gas which have driven us forward; forming the cornerstones of a revolution which has changed every aspect of our daily lives.
Energy and power are critical requirements for economic growth. With rising global wealth, global oil and power demand are rising even as the energy mix is changing. The push toward less carbon-intensive fuel and power substitutes is gaining momentum. But material science realities present some significant challenges and limitations -- especially with growing demand. The Future of Energy examines a dozen major trends that will impact energy demand, supply, use, and substitution in the decade ahead -- and how companies, industries, and individuals can be prepared!
