Energy and ecology
The use of any renewable or nonrenewable energy form has ecological and environmental consequences. To comprehend these consequences, we must first understand the technology of each energy form: solar, biomass, coal, petroleum, nuclear, and such alternative energy sources as ocean thermal energy conversion, geothermal, wind, hydroelectric, ocean tidal, and ocean wave. The author examines the ecological principles, the food chains, and the effects of physical factors, biogeochemical cycles, and population growth. Separate chapters deal with the atmosphere, individual energy sources, carbon dioxide and climate change, electric power generation, and alternative energy sources. Intended for the lay reader, the book offers a multi-disciplinary awareness of the dangers of energy misuse and overexploitation while encouraging a sensible, sensitive stewardship. 234 references, 106 figures, 23 tables.
- OSTI ID:
- 5429283
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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