political, economic, and social feasibility Simon, Christopher A. 1968- creator text bibliography mdu Lanham, Md Rowman & Littlefield Publishers c2007 2007 monographic eng

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xvi, 233 p. : ill. ; 23 cm. As we experience an increase in the price of petroleum, energy experts caution us about the coming of a time when easily accessible petroleum will begin to decline. The United States is confronted with the challenge of meeting current energy demands in the face of a declining and unstable energy supply. [This book] explores the most viable alternative sources of energy, discussing the technical, political, economic, and social feasibility of each technology in understandable terms. In addition, the book discusses the history of energy policy as well as current policy. Intended for courses in energy and public policy and for those interested in developing energy-efficient plans for sustainable communities, [the book] will help readers become active participants in making future energy choices for their communities. [It] includes an interactive model of alternative energy mixes and estimated prices. -Back cover. List of illustrations -- Foreword -- Acknowledgments -- 1. Why alternative energy and fuels? -- 2. Studying public policy and alternative energy/fuels -- 3. Overview of alternative energy and fuels and their uses -- 4. Alternative energy/fuels as a public policy innovation -- 5. Solar energy -- 6. Wind energy -- 7. Geothermal energy -- 8. New century fuels and their uses -- 9. Historical precedents : alternative energy/fuels and legitimacy issues -- 10. Public policy, institutional developments, and policy interests -- 11. Practical demonstration of the economics of alternative energy -- Conclusion : the future of alternative energy -- Index -- About the author. Christopher A. Simon. Includes bibliographical references and index. n-us--- Energy policy United States Renewable energy sources United States Power resources Government policy United States HD9502.U52 S594 2007 333.79/4 0742549089 (cloth : alk. paper) 9780742549081 (cloth : alk. paper) 0742549097 (pbk. : alk. paper) 9780742549098 (pbk. : alk. paper) 2006026149 http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip0618/2006026149.html http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip0618/2006026149.html DLC 060811 20230410115537.0 57743