Today energy and sustainability are areas of primary concern throughout the world. Energy Systems and Sustainability provides a thorough introduction to the economic, social, environmental, and policy issues raised by current systems of energy use. In addition, it describes the key physical and engineering features of these systems. The book begins with an introductory account of the present world energy situation. This is followed by chapters explaining basic energy concepts and describing the magnitudes and patterns of human energy needs. The central part of the book deals with the historical evolution and present status of conventional fossil- and nuclear-fueled energy systems. These systems, along with hydropower and traditional biofuels, currently supply the majority of the world's commercial energy. In addition, a section on economics describes the basic methods by which the monetary costs of energy are calculated, and discusses the external costs of energy production. The concluding sections deal with the sustainability problems associated with both fossil and nuclear fuel use, and possible solutions using new technological developments. Energy Systems and Sustainability is the only text on the market to provide a fresh, contemporary perspective on energy and sustainability for an undergraduate audience. It is ideal for courses in energy, sustainable development, environmental science, and architecture. • Includes extensive coverage of the important concepts and issues behind modern energy production • Provides detailed descriptions of the main methods used to produce energy today • Lavishly illustrated with full-color photographs and diagrams • Presents in-depth case studies and further explanations on more advanced topics in boxed sections throughout the text Contents: 1. Introductory Overview—Godfrey Boyle 2. Primary Energy—Janet Ramage 3. Energy Needs—Bob Everett and Janet Ramage 4. Forms of Energy—Janet Ramage 5. Coal—Janet Ramage 6. Heat to Motive Power—Janet Ramage and Bob Everett 7. Oil and Gas—David Crabbe 8. Engines and Turbines—Janet Ramage, Bob Everett, and David Crabbe 9. The Rise of Electric Power—Janet Ramage and Bob Everett 10. Principles of Nuclear Power—Janet Ramage 11. The Future of Nuclear Power—David Elliott 12. Principles of Energy Costing—Bob Everett 13. Penalties—Janet Ramage—Bob Everett, Stephen Peake, and Godfrey Boyle 14. Remedies—Godfrey Boyle

1. Introductory Overview, Godfrey Boyle; 2. Primary Energy, Janet Ramage and Bob Everett; 3. Energy Needs, Bob Everett and Janet Ramage; 4. Forms of Energy, Janet Ramage; 5. Coal, Janet Ramage; 6. Heat to Motive Power, Janet Ramage and Bob Everett; 7. Oil and Gas, David Crabbe; 8. Oil and Gas Engines, Bob Everett; 9. Electricity, Bob Everett; 10. Nuclear Power, David Elliott; 11. The Future of Nuclear Power, David Elliott; 12. Costing Energy, Bob Everett; 13. Penalties, Godfrey Boyle, Janet Ramage and David Elliott; 14. Remedies, Godfrey Boyle

Edited by Godfrey Boyle, Bob Everett, and Janet Ramage, all of Open University, UK

'...a valid work set in its own context as an educational device' The Journal of Energy Literature 2003.