Energy Revolution: Journey towards a Greener Planet

Abstract

Alarming rise in the level of anthropogenic CO₂ and increase in temperature of Earth are the two most symptomatic evidence of climate change. The approach to combat this impending catastrophe should be multi-pronged, requiring technological, social, economic and even political forces to work in harmony to protect our planet. This chapter focuses on the technology tools that can potentially replace the traditional energy sources and addresses the root case of harmful GHG emissions that created global warming in the first place. It also quantifies the potential benefits of the new approach and charts out a clear path towards creating a greener planet.