No miracles needed : how today's technology can save our climate and clean our air

ISBN : 9781009249553

Author : Mark Z. Jacobson

Publisher : Cambridge University Press

Year : 2023

Language : English

Type : E-book

Description : The world needs to turn away from fossil fuels and use clean, renewable sources of energy as soon as we can. Failure to do so will cause catastrophic climate damage sooner than you might think, leading to loss of biodiversity and economic and political instability. But all is not lost! We still have time to save the planet without resorting to 'miracle' technologies. We need to wave goodbye to outdated technologies, such as natural gas and carbon capture, and repurpose the technologies that we already have at our disposal. We can use existing technologies to harness, store, and transmit energy from wind, water, and solar sources to ensure reliable electricity, heat supplies, and energy security. Find out what you can do to improve the health, climate, and economic state of our planet. Together, we can solve the climate crisis, eliminate air pollution and safely secure energy supplies for everyone. Awards Finalist, 2024 PROSE- Physical Sciences and Mathematics, Association of American Publishers Reviews 'A meticulous primer on achieving a WWS energy transition.' Source: Kirkus Reviews ‘… the argument is convincing and optimistic. Readers looking to rebut criticism about green energy will find this a great help.’ Source: Publishers Weekly

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