Biofuels and Sustainability : Holistic Perspectives for Policy-making
by
Takeuchi, Kazuhiko
Title
:
Biofuels and Sustainability : Holistic Perspectives for Policy-making
Author
:
Takeuchi, Kazuhiko
ISBN
:
9784431548959
Personal Author
:
Takeuchi, Kazuhiko
Publication Information
:
Tokyo Springer Nature 2018
Physical Description
:
1 electronic resource (265 p.)
Abstract
:
This open access book presents a comprehensive analysis of biofuel use strategies from an interdisciplinary perspective using sustainability science. This interdisciplinary perspective (social science-natural science) means that the strategies and policy options proposed will have significant impacts on the economy and society alike. Biofuels are expected to contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, revitalizing economies in agricultural communities and alleviating poverty. However, despite these anticipated benefits, international organizations such as the FAO, OECD and UN have published reports expressing concerns that biofuel promotion may lead to deforestation, water pollution and water shortages. The impacts of biofuel use are extensive, cross-sectoral and complex, and as such, comprehensive analyses are required in order to assess the extent to which biofuels can contribute to sustainable societies. Applying interdisciplinary sustainability science concepts and methodologies, the book helps to enhance the establishment of a sustainable society as well as the development of appropriate responses to a global need for urgent action on current issues related to biofuels.
Subject Term
:
Environment law
Ecological science, the Biosphere
Environmental management
Sustainability
Energy technology & engineering
Alternative & renewable energy sources & technology
Added Author
:
Shiroyama, Hideaki
Saito, Osamu
Matsuura, Masahiro
Takeuchi, Kazuhiko
Electronic Access
:
Library | Material Type | Item Barcode | Shelf Number | Status |
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IYTE Library | E-Book | 2183359-1001 | XX(2183359.1) | DOAB E-Books |