Energy, Society and 
                        Environment
         Society’s use of energy is at the heart of many environmental problems we
         face at the beginning of the twenty-first century, most notably global
         warming and climate change. Energy, Society and Environment takes a
         critical look at both current energy use and possible alternatives, such as the
         expansion of the use of wind and other renewable energy sources, and
         nuclear power.
         Energy, Society and Environment explores the ways in which energy
         interacts with society and the environment. The book is structured to
         provide:
         ● an understanding of energy-related environmental problems
         ● an appreciation of the strengths and weaknesses of technological
           solutions
         ● knowledge of the social and institutional obstacles to implementing these
         ● an understanding of the strategic issues facing sustainable energy use
         The revised edition reflects recent changes in the area. Chapters on nuclear
         and wind energy have been revised in response to recent debates. Coverage
         of fossil fuels has also been strengthened, whilst there is greater emphasis
         on environmental and energy policy in the context of the debate
         surrounding the Kyoto accord. Additional case studies have been added
         which highlight alternative energy solutions.
         Energy, Society and Environment examines the potential and limits of
         technological solutions to energy-related environmental problems and
         suggests that social, economic and political solutions may also be necessary
         to avoid serious environmental damage in the future. Global case studies are
         used throughout to ground the debates and illustrate the interaction between
         technological and social aspects.
         David Elliott is Professor of Technology Policy in the Open University
         Faculty of Technology and Director of the OU Energy and Environment
         Research Unit.
                   Routledge Introductions to Environment Series
                                          Published Titles
           Titles under Series Editors:                 Titles under Series Editor:
           Rita Gardner and A.M. Mannion                David Pepper
           Environmental Science texts                  Environment and Society texts
           Atmospheric Processes and Systems            Environment and Philosophy
           Natural Environmental Change                 Environment and Social Theory
           Biodiversity and Conservation                Energy, Society and Environment,
           Ecosystems                                     2nd edition
           Environmental Biology                        Environment and Tourism
           Using Statistics to Understand the           Gender and Environment
             Environment                                Environment and Business
           Coastal Systems                              Environment and Politics, 2nd edition
           Environmental Physics                        Environment and Law
           Environmental Chemistry                      Environment and Society 
      Routledge Introductions to Environment Series
       Energy, Society and
           Environment
      Technology for a sustainable future
            Second edition
             David Elliott