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Download full textFlavin, Christopher; Lenssen, Nicholas – 1990
Alternatives to fossil fuels as energy resources are discussed. Energy from the sun and other renewable resources are cited as the alternatives. Constructed is a practical energy scenario for the year 2030 that involves a 55-percent cut in carbon dioxide emissions, greatly improved energy efficiency, and an energy production system that relies…
Descriptors: Alternative Energy Sources, Conservation (Environment), Depleted Resources, Energy Conservation
Lowe, Marcia D. – 1990
The numerous and widespread problems associated with the automobile are discussed. Traffic congestion, air pollution, and oil dependence are some of the reasons why the use of alternative fuels is necessary. A proposal is made for a new transport environment where walking, bicycling, and public transportation are used to complement the use of the…
Descriptors: Alternative Energy Sources, Conservation (Environment), Depleted Resources, Energy Conservation
Peer reviewedCarioca, J. O. B.; And Others – Impact of Science on Society, 1987
Discusses how biomass in the form of fuelwood, crop residues, and animal dung can be converted into fuels such as biogas and ethanol to replace or supplement fossil fuels. Argues for future decentralized, integrated biomass energy development. (TW)
Descriptors: Alternative Energy Sources, Depleted Resources, Developing Nations, Ecological Factors
Clearing, 1990
Discussed is the idea that the use of fossil fuels could render Earth uninhabitable long before supplies of them are exhausted. Possible solutions to this problem are described and include a revolution in technology, worldwide economic strategies, and a change in the way people think. (KR)
Descriptors: Alternative Energy Sources, Conservation (Environment), Depleted Resources, Ecology
Carnegie Commission on Science, Technology, and Government, New York, NY. – 1990
A Task Force created in 1989 was asked to provide the Carnegie Commission on Science, Technology, and Government with a brief statement outlining both functional needs in environment and energy and institutional forms to enhance the government's capability to address the emergent issues. One key need the Task Force has identified is for a greater…
Descriptors: Alternative Energy Sources, Conservation (Environment), Decision Making, Depleted Resources
Shea, Cynthia Pollock – 1988
This document presents the position that renewable energy sources offer a timely alternative to dwindling oil supplies and to environmentally damaging coal combustion, although public support and financial backing need to be strengthened. An expanded use of renewables and a greater commitment to energy efficiency are the most cost-effective and…
Descriptors: Alternative Energy Sources, Depleted Resources, Ecological Factors, Energy
Brown, Lester R.; And Others – 1984
The first of a series of annual reports for policy makers, this publication focuses on evaluating changes in the interplay between the world's changing resource base and the economic system. Following an overview, content is divided into 10 additional chapters covering population stabilization, the world's dependence on oil, soil conservation,…
Descriptors: Conservation (Environment), Depleted Resources, Developed Nations, Developing Nations
