Energy Sprawl Solutions

Energy Sprawl Solutions: A Roadmap for Sustainable Land Development. As human populations grow and developing countries become more affluent, the demand for energy is set to soar. To combat climate change, renewable energy production is increasing, but many sources have a large energy sprawl - the amount of land needed to produce energy - which can threaten biodiversity and conservation. This book provides a roadmap for preserving biodiversity despite these threats. Scientists Joseph M. Kiesecker and David Naugle bring together companies, communities, and governments to craft blueprints for sustainable land development. Their strategy-development by design-brings together experts in diverse fields such as biodiversity conservation, ecology, ecosystem services, wildlife, fisheries, planning, energy, economics, and finance. The book sets the context for global patterns of biodiversity risk from energy extraction and describes collaborative processes involved in planning complex energy projects that maximize biodiversity protection. Case studies from countries around the world illustrate different energy sectors and the collaborative process involved in planning sustainable energy projects. This contributed volume offers a practical approach to balancing global development and conservation, making sense for energy industries and governments seeking to build sustainability into their energy futures.