TY  - GEN
AU  - Ginley, David S.[Ed.]
AU  - Cahen, David
TI  - Fundamentals of materials for energy and environmental sustainability
SN  - 9781107000230
U1  - 621.042 GIN  
PY  - 2012///
CY  - New York
PB  - Materials Research Society & Cambridge University Press
KW  - Energy
KW  - Environment: The Global Landscape
KW  - Economics
KW  - Carbon Dioxide
KW  - Nuclear Energy
KW  - Renewable Energy
N2  - How will we meet rising energy demands? What are our options? Are there viable long-term solutions for the future? Learn the fundamental physical, chemical and materials science at the heart of renewable/non-renewable energy sources, future transportation systems, energy efficiency and energy storage. Whether you are a student taking an energy course or a newcomer to the field, this textbook will help you understand critical relationships between the environment, energy and sustainability. Leading experts provide comprehensive coverage of each topic, bringing together diverse subject matter by integrating theory with engaging insights. Each chapter includes helpful features to aid understanding, including a historical overview to provide context, suggested further reading and questions for discussion. Every subject is beautifully illustrated and brought to life with full color images and color-coded sections for easy browsing, making this a complete educational package. Fundamentals of Materials for Energy and Environmental Sustainability will enable today's scientists and educate future generations.

Provides engaging insights into the full range of energy options currently open to us
Covers the fundamental chemical, physical and materials science of, as well as the critical relationships between, the environment, energy and sustainability
Includes helpful features to aid understanding, including a historical overview to provide context, references for further reading, and questions for discussion

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ER  -