Introduction to Energy Systems

This subject provides a general introduction to the many issues that need to be considered when examining the global energy system. These include - A brief history of different forms of energy and energy technologies The historical relationship between energy use and industrialisation The social, environmental and economic costs and benefits of different forms of energy and energy technology An introduction to energy resources and resource economics A brief review of the costs of different forms of energy Historical, current and projected energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions and other pollutant emissions Opportunities for greenhouse gas mitigation.

• 1Describe and analyse the historical precedents that have led to the current, global energy system
• 2Critically evaluate the social, environmental and economic costs and benefits of different forms of energy and energy technology
• 3Explain the complex relationships between the use of different primary, secondary and tertiary energies