Nuclear Energy provides an authoritative reference on all aspects of the nuclear industry from fundamental reactor physics calculations to reactor design, nuclear fuel resources, nuclear fuel cycle, radiation detection and protection, and nuclear power economics. Featuring 19 peer-reviewed entries by recognized authorities in the field, this book provides comprehensive, streamlined coverage of fundamentals, current areas […]

To achieve energy security and greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction objectives, the United States must develop clean, affordable, domestic energy sources as quickly as possible. Nuclear power will continue to be a key component of a portfolio of technologies that meets our energy goals. This book provides a roadmap for the Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) […]

The history of mankind is a story of ascent to unprecedented levels of comfort, productivity and consumption, enabled by the increased mastery of the basic reserves and flows of energy. This miraculous trajectory is confronted by the consensus that anthropogenic emissions are harmful and must decrease, requiring de-carbonization of the energy system. The mature field […]

Themen wie Klimawandel, Verknappung herkömmlicher Energiereserven oder Atomausstieg sind täglich in allen Medien präsent. Der Paradigmenwechsel weg von fossilen, endlichen Brennstoffen hin zu einer nachhaltigen Energiewirtschaft ist in vollem Gange. Erneuerbare Energien spielen dabei eine immer bedeutendere Rolle: Überall werden Hausdächer mit Solaranlagen ausgestattet und Windparks gehören in vielen Regionen längst zum Landschaftsbild. Dieser Band […]

Addressing the sustainable energy crisis in an objective manner, this enlightening book analyzes the relevant numbers and organizes a plan for change on both a personal level and an international scale–for Europe, the United States, and the world. In case study format, this informative reference answers questions surrounding nuclear energy, the potential of sustainable fossil […]

In this ready reference, top academic researchers, industry players and government officers join forces to develop commercial concepts for the transition from current nuclear or fossil fuel-based energy to renewable energy systems within a limited time span. They take into account the latest science and technology, including an analysis of the feasibility and impact on […]

Divided into 7 chapters, this book focuses on various positive and negative aspects of nuclear energy and power. It elaborates on issues such as an analysis of contemporary nuclear power production, nuclear safety and existing systems of safeguard, the performance of nuclear reactors worldwide, and others.   Dit boek, dat is onderverdeeld in 7 hoofdstukken, […]

This publication provides an update on the current status of nuclear power and prospects for its contribution, together with other low carbon energy sources, to ambitious mitigation strategies that will help the world limit global warming to 1.5°C in line with the 2016 Paris Agreement. Since 2000, the IAEA has issued such information and analysis […]

To address the challenges posed by climate change, and to achieve the goals established in the 2015 Paris Agreement, nuclear power has been identified to have great potential to contribute to the 1.5°C climate change mitigation target. This topical conference on climate change and the role of nuclear power, the first of its kind, served […]

Ein wesentliches Ziel der Energiewende ist es, die Treibhausgasemissionen in Deutschland weitestgehend zu reduzieren. Dies soll insbesondere mit einer deutlichen Verringerung des Energieverbrauchs, dem verstärkten Ausbau erneuerbarer Energien, dem kompletten Ausstieg aus der Atomenergie und einer Reduzierung des Einsatzes von Kohlekraftwerken erreicht werden. Der Autor möchte den Lesern ein paar anschauliche Denkanstöße betreffend die Möglichkeiten […]

This book examines the visions, fantasies, frames, discourses, imaginaries, and expectations associated with six state-of-the-art energy systems-nuclear power, hydrogen fuel cells, shale gas, clean coal, smart meters, and electric vehicles-playing a key role in current deliberations about low-carbon energy supply and use. Visions of Energy Futures: Imagining and Innovating Low-Carbon Transitions unveils what the future […]

This book examines the visions, fantasies, frames, discourses, imaginaries, and expectations associated with six state-of-the-art energy systems―nuclear power, hydrogen fuel cells, shale gas, clean coal, smart meters, and electric vehicles―playing a key role in current deliberations about low-carbon energy supply and use. Visions of Energy Futures: Imagining and Innovating Low-Carbon Transitions unveils what the future of […]