Sustainable Energy - without the hot air
Understanding sustainable energy and practical solutions
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Published:1st Jan '09
Should be back in stock very soon

This insightful book explores sustainable energy solutions, offering practical strategies for individuals and nations alike. Sustainable Energy - without the hot air provides clarity and encouragement.
In Sustainable Energy - without the hot air, the author provides a comprehensive examination of the sustainable energy crisis, offering a clear and objective analysis of the current situation. This enlightening book breaks down complex data into understandable terms, presenting a roadmap for change that can be implemented both personally and globally. It addresses vital questions about nuclear energy, the potential of sustainable fossil fuels, and the feasibility of sharing renewable energy resources across borders, making it a valuable reference for anyone interested in energy solutions.
The book adopts a case study approach, which helps to contextualize the statistics and figures discussed. By doing so, it highlights the challenges of reducing energy consumption while maintaining a positive outlook. The author effectively debunks common myths surrounding energy use and emphasizes the importance of individual responsibility in tackling the energy crisis. Through clear calculations and relatable examples, readers are encouraged to recognize their own potential impact on energy consumption and sustainability.
For those feeling overwhelmed by the complexities of energy issues, Sustainable Energy - without the hot air offers a refreshing perspective. The author combines humor with realism, making the discussion of energy options accessible and engaging. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the intricacies of sustainable energy and to explore practical steps that can lead to meaningful change.
"For anyone with influence on energy policy, whether in government, business or a campaign group, this book should be compulsory reading." -- Tony Juniper (Former Executive Director, Friends of the Earth)
"At last a book that comprehensively reveals the true facts about sustainable energy in a form that is both highly readable and entertaining." -- Robert Sansom (EDF Energy)
"MacKay brings a welcome dose of common sense into the discussion of energy sources and use. Fresh air replacing hot air." -- Prof Mike Ashby Royal Society Research Professor, Principal Investigator, Engineering Design Centre, Cambridge
"This year's must-read book about tackling our future energy needs." -- The Guardian
"... may be the best technical book about the environment that I've ever read. This is to energy and climate what Freakonomics is to economics." -- Cory Doctorow * Boing Boing *
"The book is a tour de force ... As a work of popular science it is exemplary ... For anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the real problems involved [it] is the place to start." * The Economist *
"The first factual meme on renewable energy? A book about climate change that gets rave reviews from folk at oil companies, environmental groups and the Number One Blog of All Time has to be worth a peek." -- energysource blog * The Financial Times *
ISBN: 9780954452933
Dimensions: 223mm x 195mm x 24mm
Weight: 1000g
384 pages