Energy Alternatives.

Autor: Rikhye, Ravi
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Zdroj: Strategic Analysis; May/Jun2023, Vol. 47 Issue 3, p312-348, 37p
Abstrakt: This article discusses the need for alternative energy sources due to the non-renewable nature of hydrocarbons. It highlights the political challenges and influence of energy companies in the search for energy alternatives. The article suggests that oil prices will decrease in the future due to disagreements among Arab nations and the availability of other energy sources. It also discusses the potential of coal, tar-sands, and oil-shale as alternative energy sources, acknowledging the environmental challenges associated with them. The article briefly mentions other minor sources of energy but notes that they are unlikely to be significant except in isolated situations. It provides an overview of nuclear energy and its advantages and challenges, as well as the potential for solar energy and fusion power. The article emphasizes the need for further research and funding to make these alternative energy sources more economically viable. It also explores the use of fuel cells, MHD, and hydrogen as alternative methods of generating electricity. Overall, the article presents a positive outlook on the future of solar energy and alternative energy sources. [Extracted from the article]
Databáze: Complementary Index