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Ten Technologies to Save the Planet
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Ten Technologies to Save the Planet

Chris Goodall
GreenProfile, 2008

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7

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Recommendation

The geographical characteristics of an area dictate which renewable energy sources will work best. Because renewable energy is inherently, though predictably, intermittent, governments will need to build supplementary systems. Basically, no single technology will answer all of the world’s needs. However, a “portfolio” of technologies should do the trick. Businessman and climate change expert Chris Goodall describes 10 technologies in intricate detail, from the well-known to the obscure, and explains clearly which will work where, and why. Each technology has the potential to reduce the world’s annual carbon dioxide output by 10%. Although quite technical, getAbstract recommends this book to businesspeople, plant managers, home owners and others who value social responsibility and sustainability.

Take-Aways

  • Renewable energy will mitigate climate change, as prices continue to drop and global understanding of today’s unsustainable energy situation grows.
  • Until the price of alternative fuels becomes competitive with petroleum, governments must encourage innovation, rapid adoption and reduction of carbon emissions.
  • Developed countries will need to spend 5% more annually on energy for the next ten years to halt climate change.

About the Author

Chris Goodall is an expert on climate change issues. He edits the Carbon Commentary Web site and wrote How to Live a Low-Carbon Life.

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