The word sustainability shares its root with sustenance. In the context of modern society, sustenance is inextricably linked to the use of energy. Fossil Energy provides an authoritative reference on all aspects of this key resource, which currently represents nearly 85% of global energy consumption. Gathering 16 peer-reviewed entries from the Encyclopedia of Sustainability Science and Technology, the chapters provide comprehensive, yet concise coverage of fundamentals and current areas of research. Written by recognized authorities in the field, this volume represents an essential resource for scientists and engineers working on the development of energy resources, fossil or alternative, and reflects the essential role of energy supplies in supporting a sustainable future.
Author(s): Prof. Ripudaman Malhotra (auth.), Ripudaman Malhotra (eds.)
Edition: 1
Publisher: Springer-Verlag New York
Year: 2013
Language: English
Pages: 634
Tags: Fossil Fuels (incl. Carbon Capture); Energy Technology; Quantitative Geology; Sustainable Development; Nature Conservation
Front Matter....Pages i-vi
Fossil Energy, Introduction....Pages 1-5
Oil and Natural Gas: Global Resources....Pages 7-23
Petroleum and Oil Sands Exploration and Production....Pages 25-60
Petroleum Refining and Environmental Control and Environmental Effects....Pages 61-97
Oil Shale Processing, Chemistry and Technology....Pages 99-148
Developments in Internal Combustion Engines....Pages 149-219
Alaska Gas Hydrate Research and Field Studies....Pages 221-245
Gas to Liquid Technologies....Pages 247-310
Coal and Peat: Global Resources and Future Supply....Pages 311-341
Coal Preparation....Pages 343-387
Coal to Liquids Technologies....Pages 389-442
Mining Industries and Their Sustainable Management....Pages 443-473
CO 2 Reduction and Coal-Based Electricity Generation....Pages 475-488
Pulverized Coal-Fired Boilers and Pollution Control....Pages 489-526
Natural Gas Power....Pages 527-595
CO 2 Capture and Sequestration....Pages 597-617
Back Matter....Pages 619-631
