ABSTRACT

Environmentally acceptable alternative fuels are in demand. This book dicusses the energy resources that are directly tied to the alleviation of petroleum dependence, and the science and technology in the area of alternative fuels. Various process treatments leading to cleaner and better use of existing fuel resources are discussed. This comprehensive reference book is consistent and is helpful for students and researchers.

chapter Chapter One|27 pages

Global Energy Overview

chapter Chapter Two|65 pages

Coal, Coal Derivatives, And Coal Products

chapter Chapter Four|58 pages

Coal Liquefaction for Alternative Liquid Fuels

chapter Chapter Five|36 pages

Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle Technology

chapter Chapter Six|30 pages

Coal Slurry Fuel

chapter Chapter Seven|75 pages

Oil Shale and Shale Oil

chapter Chapter Eight|15 pages

Tar Sands

chapter Chapter Nine|27 pages

Utilization of Geothermal Energy

chapter Chapter Ten|44 pages

Biomass Conversion

chapter Chapter Eleven|23 pages

Alternative Source of Energy from Solid Wastes