Bryce, Robert

A Question of Power

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ISBN 13:
9781541757141
author:
Bryce, Robert
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Hachette Book Group USA
language:
English
Publication Year:
2019
Pages:
352
Dimensions:
23.4 x 15 x 2.6 centimeters (0.3
Genre:
Business, Industries, Energy,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£12.36

Description

Electricity has become the driving force behind modern civilization. Unlike other forms of power, it is uniquely tied to affluence and influence. Yet, despite growing demand, electricity remains one of the most difficult energies to supply reliably. This paradox has far-reaching implications for global politics, national defence, business, and climate change. Robert Bryce explores the nature of electricity as a commodity, drawing on historical stories to illustrate its impact. He examines what is required to sustain it and how its collapse affects societies and individuals. As billions of people worldwide still live in darkness, the gap between those with access to electricity and those without widens, with profound political and ethical consequences. The reliable supply of electricity is crucial for modern life, as it must be produced locally and in real-time to power our increasingly dependent civilization. A steady stream of electricity is essential, and when it fails, so does our way of living, with potentially devastating effects.

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