Alicia Valero,Antonio Valero,Guiomar Calvo
The Material Limits of Energy Transition: Thanatia
The Material Limits of Energy Transition: Thanatia
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Earth has become a huge mine, with technology consuming vast amounts of scarce raw materials. This book explores the mineral heritage of the Earth, considering the demand for raw materials, comparing it to the availability of resources, and the impact of mining. It concludes with possible solutions to mineral depletion, such as increasing recycling rates, ecodeign measures, or alternative sources of mineral resources.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 253 pages
Publication date: 20 July 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG
Earth has transformed into a vast mine, extracting an increasing quantity and diversity of essential mineral resources year after year. Technology, ranging from electric cars to everyday electrical equipment, consumes substantial amounts of scarce raw materials. In a world with finite resources, is there a proper assessment of these minerals to ensure their sustainable utilization? Will there be sufficient raw materials to meet the growing demand of a world population projected to reach 10 billion people? What are the consequences of accelerated resource depletion? Could we witness the planet transforming into a resource-exhausted Earth, similar to the fictional world of Thanatia?
This book aims to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the Earth's mineral heritage, considering the demand for raw materials in society, comparing it with the Earth's resource availability, and examining the impact of mining. It delves into the fundamentals of physical geonomics, enabling readers to analyze the loss of mineral resources on our planet. Additionally, the book explores the impact of renewable energies and technologies, such as electric vehicles, in mitigating mineral depletion. It concludes with potential solutions to mineral depletion, including increasing recycling rates, implementing eco-design measures, and exploring alternative sources of mineral resources.
The Material Limits of Energy Transition: Thanatia is a comprehensive resource that offers numerous tables and illustrations to enhance readers' understanding of mineral depletion. Covering geology, geochemistry, mining, metallurgy, the environment, and thermodynamics, this book provides a holistic perspective on the subject. By exploring these topics in depth, readers gain a deeper appreciation of the challenges and opportunities associated with managing our mineral resources in a sustainable and responsible manner.
Weight: 433g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030785321
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021
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