The onset of the 21st century has coincided with mounting scientific evidence of the severe environmental impact of global energy consumption. In response, gove

The first accessible book to discuss all aspects of nuclear power to help combat climate change and lethal air pollution.

This volume provides an introduction to nuclear science for the non-specialist. It also gives an account of many aspects of nuclear technology including industr

"Makes a case for nuclear energy as a clean-energy solution."--

An authoritative and unbiased guide to nuclear technology and the controversies that surround it. Are you for nuclear power or against it? What's the basis of y