Today energy and sustainability are areas of primary concern throughout the world. Energy Systems and Sustainability
is a thorough introduction to the economic, social, environmental, and policy issues raised by current systems
of energy use. The book begins with an introductory account of the present world energy situation, followed by
chapters explaining basic energy concepts and describing the magnitudes and patterns of human energy needs. It
covers the historical evolution and present status of conventional fossil- and nuclear-fueled energy systems, which
along with hydropower and traditional biofuels currently supply the majority of the world's commercial energy;
the basic methods by which the monetary costs of energy are calculated; the sustainability problems associated
with both fossil and nuclear fuel use; and possible solutions using new technological developments.
Table of Contents
1. Introductory Overview
2. Primary Energy
3. Energy Needs
4. Forms of Energy
5. Coal
6. Heat to Motive Power
7. Oil and Gas
8. Engines and Turbines
9. The Rise of Electric Power
10. Principles of Nuclear Power
11. The Future of Nuclear Power
12. Principles of Energy Costing
13. Penalties, Janet Ramage, Bob Everett, Stephen Peake
14. Remedies
