By Michael Frank Hordeski

• Discusses the evolving landscape of oil production and use
• Considers the desirability of various automotive fuels
• Explores hydrogen sources, biomass & wind power
• Covers fuel cell technology
• Analyzes emerging trends in energy technology

Newly revised, the second edition of this pioneering work addresses emerging factors affecting energy production and use, including the
availability and desirability of various fuels. The text provides extensive discussion on hydrogen sources, both solar and nuclear, and fuel
cell technology, as well as on other alternative fuels such as biomass, and wind power. It delves into cost analysis, regulatory issues,
barriers to implementation, conversion and storage systems, thermodynamic efficiency, fuel chain efficiency, air emission issues, and well
as safety. The book also covers natural gas hydrogen gas, methanol, ethanol, and steam reforming.