Our Energy Future - 9781138240759

Taylor & Francis

Our Energy FutureSocioeconomic Implications and Policy Options for Rural America\nAuthor(s): Don Albrecht\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781138240759, 978-1138240759\nSynopsis\nRapid changes in energy production and consumption are having major socioeconomic implications for the communities of rural America. Technological developments in horizontal drilling, hydraulic fracturing (fracking) nuclear energy, biofuels, wind and solar energy have significantly increased domestic energy production and the production of energy from renewable sources has encouraged energy efficiency. \n\nYet, severe concerns persist and policy decisions on energy issues will have profound implications for all Americans and rural communities where consequences are experienced most directly. Thus, the time is appropriate for a careful exploration of the socioeconomic implications of our energy future. \n\nThe purpose of this book is to pre.