I haven't read the book, but if you're interested in that kind of thing, also check out Without Hot Air: http://www.withouthotair.com/ http://www.withouthotair

I haven't read the book, but if you're interested in that kind of thing, also check out Without Hot Air: http://www.withouthotair.com/ http://www.withouthotair.com/ Which is a beautifully straight forward book, written by a physicist who deeply understands the field but is writing for the general public. It tallies up methods of energy production, and breaks down current consumption, as well as providing multiple plans for generating that much energy. My only complaint is that it largely ignores energy efficiency gains (check out some Amory Lovins lectures for instance[1]) - though the Jevon's paradox may suggest that's the right thing to do. [1] http://youtu.be/O5txQlEI7bc http://youtu.be/O5txQlEI7bc