The thread of energy /

"The Thread of Energy simplifies the world's complexity by recognizing energy as the single most important influence on human behavior. It exposes how fundamental is energy on our lives, our security, and our relationships with others in an ever-shrinking and complicated world. It examines...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author:	Pasqualetti, Martin J., 1945- (Author)
Format:	eBook
Language:	English
Published:	New York, NY : Oxford University Press, [2021]
Subjects:	Power resources. Power resources > Social aspects. Renewable energy sources. Ressources énergétiques. Ressources énergétiques > Aspect social. Énergies renouvelables. energy resources. Sustainable Development. Development. BUSINESS & ECONOMICS. Power Resources. TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING. Alternative & Renewable. Power resources Power resources > Social aspects Renewable energy sources Electronic books.
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Table of Contents:

Chapter 1: Discovery: Encountering the Thread of Energy
Chapter 2: Transition: Evolving Uses of Energy
Chapter 3: Life: Everyday Threads of Energy
Chapter 4: Art: Reflections of Meaning
Chapter 5: Environment: Natural Costs of Energy
Chapter 6: Climate: Growing Threats of a Warming Planet
Chapter 7: Policy: Guiding the Direction of Energy
Chapter 8: Geopolitics: Spider Webs of Global Interdependency
Chapter 9: Cities: Centers of Usage
Chapter 10: Justice: Supply and Accountability
Chapter 11: Lifestyles: Security and Demand
Chapter 12: Dangers: Personal Risks and Hazards
Chapter 13: Business: Jobs and the Workspace
Chapter 14: Futures: Tapestries of Life.