A Renewable Future: Charting the Contours of the Energy Transition

As climate change begins to seriously impact us, we must prepare for a profound transformation in the way we produce and use energy around the world. The forced shift from fossil fuels to renewable sources will lead to a major shift in the way we live. What might a 100% renewable future look like? Which technologies will play a crucial role in our energy future? What challenges will we face in this transition? And how can we ensure that the new energy system is fair and equitable?
In A Renewable Future, Richard Heinberg and David Fridley explore the challenges and opportunities presented by the shift to renewable energy. By profiling our current energy system, the authors examine the supply and demand of energy in key sectors of the economy: electricity generation, transportation, buildings, and manufacturing. Their detailed analysis identifies the critical issues we will inevitably face, from the intermittency of fuel sources to energy storage and the redesign of distribution networks.
A true work of foresight to help us anticipate what tomorrow will bring, A Renewable Future is a lucid and necessary work for planning the coming energy transition. Let us be ready to take up the challenge.