The Carbon Footprint of our Primary Energy Sources
In this intricately crafted and extensively enlightening volume, Mukul Sharma presents an exhaustive and user-friendly examination of the ecological ramifications tied to an array of core energy sources. Traversing the spectrum from fossil fuel giants like crude oil and coal to the burgeoning realm of renewable energies such as solar and wind, Sharma employs a comprehensive lifecycle assessment methodology that scrutinizes the environmental repercussions of each energy vector. The narrative is enriched by an interactive calculator, empowering readers to pragmatically gauge the carbon footprints across diverse energy frameworks. Finishing with a rigorous cost-benefit analysis, this text emerges as an indispensable guide for individuals aiming to navigate the multifaceted landscape of energy consumption and its ensuing environmental impacts. As the global momentum towards alternative energy investments accelerates alongside a heightened commitment to curbing emissions, Sharma's work stands as a timely and indispensable cornerstone for enlightened decision-making relating to our energy preferences.
- Author: Mukul Sharma
- Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division (1 March 2025)
- Genre: Environmental Studies
- ISBN: 978-0443223280
- Pages: 500 pages