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Energy Myths and Realities
Vaclav Smil
Bringing Science to the Energy Policy Debate
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About this content
These abstracts provide an objective, science-based look into the global energy debate that is so often dominated by the misleading rhetoric of politicians, industry leaders and activists.
About the author
Vaclav Smil is one of the world’s leading experts on global energy issues. In 2010, he was named one of the Top 100 Global Thinkers by Foreign Policy magazine.
Who might enjoy this content?
- Anyone who is concerned about “peak oil“ and the global energy supply
- Anyone who wants to get some scientific facts that affect the global energy debate
- Anyone who wants to critically examine biofuel and wind as alternative energy sources
