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Energy transitions
history, requirements, prospects
Vaclav Smil · 2010 · 560 pages
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Vaclav Smil examines the historical transformations in how humanity has obtained and used energy, from biomass to fossil fuels and renewable sources. With scientific rigor and a global perspective, Smil analyzes how these transitions have shaped civilizations and what the planet's energy future will look like, questioning optimistic expectations about rapid change.
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| Author | Vaclav Smil |
|---|---|
| Original title | Energy Transitions |
| Year of publication | 2010 |
| Pages | 560 |
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