The Science of Energy

Resources and Power Explained

By: Michael E. Wysession, The Great Courses

Narrated by: Michael E. Wysession

Energy is, without a doubt, the very foundation of the universe. It's the engine that powers life and fuels the evolution of human civilization.

To better put into perspective the various issues surrounding energy in the 21st century, you need to understand the essential science behind how energy works. And you need a reliable source whose focus is on giving you the facts you need to form your own educated opinions.

In the 24 riveting lectures of The Science of Energy: Resources and Power Explained, expert geophysicist Professor Wysession presents an unbiased investigation into the energy sources that power our world. With clear and easy-to-follow explanations that make scientific and mathematical concepts approachable and understandable, this course is a marvelous window into the inner workings of energy that will keep you constantly engaged. You'll examine a wide portfolio of energy sources, how these sources work, the engineering marvels that adapt them to human needs, the economic and environmental consequences of using them, and more. Whatever exciting changes await us in the coming decades (from food production to public transportation to industrial manufacturing), they'll most certainly require lots of power. For this reason and many more, this course imparts essential information for any well-informed citizen of the world - whether you're powering a major city or simply turning on the light.

The world-spanning civilizations that we have built rely on a vast, dependable, and lasting supply of energy. The choices we make have profound consequences for how the world will continue to develop. Get the facts you need to choose well.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio.

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interesting informative and thought provoking. presented in a nice progressive pace that starts by laying a foundation of the science of energy and then moves in to the implications for humanity.

Educational, non biased, and entertaining

The content and instructor kept my interest the entire lecture. I would recommend this to anyone who is curious about how dependent our society is on energy and it's consequences.

Required listening to understand our future

A fairly level-headed look at the past, present, and future of energy in the world. The speaker gives both warnings and optimism for the future of our world and its energy needs. I will definitely need to listen to this again just to absorb all the information is here.

Enlightening lectures worth listening to!

I strongly recommend this well-prepared cycle of lectures. Many interesting facts, case studies and inspiring performance. All you need to know about energy.

Wonderful

Easy to digest and comprehend. Compelling story to motivate anyone about energy and the future of energy.