Putting Numbers On Going Green

May 15, 2009 · Filed Under Thoughts  - 1 Comment(s)

Thanks to Galorath’s Evin Stump for passing along this free downloadable book, “Sustainable Energy Without The Hot Air” by David MacKay, a physicist at Cambridge University.

A couple of factoids from the book: Meeting Britain’s energy needs from onshore wind power would require covering literally the entire country in turbines, even assuming that the wind was guaranteed to blow. Also, switching every piece of agricultural land to biofuel production would provide only about 12% of the requirement.  He replaces adjectives such as “huge” and “plentiful” with carefully researched numbers.  The book includes a section “putting costs in perspective.”

One of the many recommendations:

“David MacKay sets out to dispel the half truths, distortions
and nonsense which make up so much of what we’re told
about climate change and our energy needs. This book is
readable, accessible and thorough. He cuts through unfounded
opinion and takes us to facts and figures which
speak for themselves. It’s a useful guide for both layman
and expert. I heartily recommend it.
Graham Stuart MP”


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One Response to “Putting Numbers On Going Green”

  1. Lee on May 19th, 2009 10:40 am

    Cost of the best insulation (caulking): $4

    Energy saving: priceless

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