Energy transitions are fundamental processes behind the evolution of human societies: they both drive and are driven by technical, economic, and social changes.
Vaclav Smil, who has published more on various aspects of Energy than any working scientist, makes it clear t.
In a bold and provocative argument, Energy Transitions: History, Requirements, Prospects describes the History of modern society\'s dependence on fossil fuels and the Prospects for the transition to a nonfossil world.
Energy transitions are fundamental processes behind the evolution of human societies: they both drive and are driven by technical, economic, and social changes