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245 0 0 _aEnergy systems & sustainability :
_bpower for a sustainable future /
_cedited by Bob Everett, Stephen Peake, James Warren.
250 _aThird edition
264 1 _aOxford :
_bOxford University Press,
_c2021.
300 _axv, 632 pages :
_billustrations (black and white, and colour) ;
_c27 cm
336 _atext
_2rdacontent
336 _astill image
_2rdacontent
337 _aunmediated
_2rdamedia
338 _avolume
_2rdacarrier
500 _a"Online resources"--Back cover.
500 _aPublished in association with the Open University.
500 _aPrevious edition: 2012.
504 _aIncludes bibliographical references and index.
520 8 _a'Energy Systems and Sustainability' provides an exploration of the economic, social, environmental, and policy issues raised by current systems of energy use, as well as describing their key physical and engineering features. From an overview of the historical evolution of the world's energy systems, through the principles underlying their use, to future prospects and sustainability, this comprehensive text provides thorough coverage of contemporary energy conversion systems and their impact on society and the environment. The engaging writing style and frequent use of illustrations makes the text accessible for students of all backgrounds and levels.
650 0 _aRenewable energy sources.
650 0 _aPower resources
_xEnvironmental aspects.
650 0 _aEnergy policy.
650 7 _aEnvironment and Ecology.
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700 1 _aEverett, Bob,
_eeditor.
700 1 _aPeake, Stephen,
_eeditor.
700 1 _aWarren, James P.,
_eeditor.
710 2 _aOpen University,
_eassociated with work.
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