In this book, a leading scientist cuts through the controversy, presenting the facts about our energy needs, desires, and supplies and the environmental and human effects of obtaining and using energy. The author objectively assesses the true prospects, limitations, costs, risks, dangers, and tradeoffs associated with every leading and emerging source of energy--From publisher description.

Conventional energy sources. Oil ; Natural gas ; Coal ; Water power ; Nuclear power -- New energy sources. Wind power ; Solar power ; Ocean power ; Biofuels -- Designing an energy system. Transporting energy: the grid, hydrogen, batteries, and more ; Transporting things ; Saving energy at home and finding energy at your feet ; Solutions.