EPJ Web of Conferences (Jan 2020)

Sustainable energy

  • Contin A.

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1051/epjconf/202024600007
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 246
p. 00007

Abstract

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A brief overview of why it is important to think of energy in a sustainable way is given. The starting point is that the future of mankind depends on a sufficient energy supply, both in terms of electric power and liquid fuels, at present based on fossile resources. A shift of paradigm towards Sustainable Development is needed, based on ethical considerations and on some legal rules. A possible technological solution to the liquid fuel problem is also presented.