Beyond oil and gas the methanol economy
| Series: | Industrial biotechnology |
| Publisher: | Weinheim Wiley-VCH |
| Subject: | Energy supply, Energy resources, Renewable energy sources, Methanol as fuel, Renewable energy resources, Biofuels, Energy value, Energy |
| Authors: | George A. Olah |
| Pages: | 635 pages |
| Binding: | Hardcover |
| ISBN: | 3527312757 |
| Call No: | TJ 163.2 B573 2006 |
In this masterpiece, the renowned chemistry Nobel Laureate, George A. Olah and his colleagues discuss in a clear and readily accessible manner the use of methanol as a viable alternative to our diminishing fossil fuel resources. They look at the pros and cons of our current main energy sources, namely oil and natural gas, and varied renewable energies, and new ways to overcome obstacles. Following an introduction, Olah, Goeppert and Prakash look at the interrelation of fuels and energy, and at the extent of our non-renewable fossil fuel resources. Despite the diminishing reserve and global warming, the authors point out the continuing need for hydrocarbons and their products.