Approaches sustainability through the integration of the three spheres of sustainability (economy, community, environment) with energy use and generation
Explores multi-tasking energy use and management on a local basis
Delves into the contrast between perceived and real, resources available, and materials required, for energy systems, their natural resources abundances, and demands on these resources
Offers strategic planning guidance for local policy makers, and natural resource and energy providers
Provides a time-line perspective of energy source eras from the fossil fuels, biofuels, renewables, and their multi-tasking over the next century