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Energy At The End Of The World: An Orkney Islands Saga (Infrastructures)
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Making Local Energy Futures, From Marine Energy To Hydrogen Fuel, At The Edge Of The World.The Islands Of Orkney, Off The Northern Coast Of Scotland, Are Closer To The Arctic Circle Than To London. Surrounded By Fierce Seas And Shrouded By Clouds And Mist, The Islands Seem To Mark The Edge Of The Known World. And Yet They Are A Center For Energy Technology Innovation, From Marine Energy To Hydrogen Fuel Networks, Attracting The Interest Of Venture Capitalists And Local Communities. In This Book, Laura Watts Tells A Story Of Making Energy Futures At The Edge Of The World.Orkney, Watts Tells Us, Has Been Making Technology For Six Thousand Years, From Arrowheads And Stone Circles To Wave And Tide Energy Prototypes. Artifacts And Traces Of All The Agesstone, Bronze, Iron, Viking, Siliconare Visible Everywhere. The Islanders Turned To Energy Innovation When Forced To Contend With An Energy Infrastructure They Had Outgrown. Today, Orkney Is Home To The European Marine Energy Centre, Established In 2003. There Are About Forty Opensea Marine Energy Test Facilities In The World, Many Of Which Draw On Orkney Expertise. The Islands Generate More Renewable Energy Than They Use, Are Growing Hydrogen Fuel And Electric Car Networks, And Have Hundreds Of Locally Owned Micro Wind Turbines And A Decadeold Smart Grid. Mixing Storytelling And Ethnography, Empiricism And Lyricism, Watts Tells An Orkney Energy Sagaan Account Of How The Islands Are Creating Their Own Lowcarbon Future In The Face Of The Seemingly Impossible. The Orkney Islands, Watts Shows, Are Playing A Long Game, Making Energy Futures For Another Six Thousand Years.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Energy at the End of the World: An Orkney Islands Saga'? A: The book explores local energy futures in the Orkney Islands, focusing on innovations in marine energy and hydrogen fuel technologies.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of the book is Laura Watts.
- Q: When was 'Energy at the End of the World' published? A: The book was published on January 15, 2019.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 440 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What is the significance of the Orkney Islands in the context of the book? A: The Orkney Islands are highlighted as a hub for energy technology innovation, with a history of energy-related advancements dating back six thousand years.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or photos? A: Yes, the book is an illustrated edition, featuring visuals that complement the text.
- Q: What themes are covered in the book? A: Themes include local energy innovation, sustainability, the history of technology in Orkney, and the community's journey towards a low-carbon future.
- Q: Is the book suitable for readers interested in renewable energy? A: Yes, the book is particularly relevant for readers interested in renewable energy, technology, and environmental sustainability.
- Q: Can I find real-life examples of energy projects in the Orkney Islands in this book? A: Yes, the book includes real-life examples of energy projects and innovations occurring in the Orkney Islands.