A Thousand Barrels a Second: The Coming Oil Break Point and the Challenges Facing an Energy Dependent World

A Powerful Analysis of Our Oil Addiction and a New Direction for Global Energy In 2006, world oil consumption exceeded one thousand barrels per second-a level with enormous impact on the environment, world economies, investments, and business profitability. A Thousand Barrels a Second examines the future of oil and the nature of our energy supply, revealing how governments, businesses, and individuals can meet the coming challenges with better solutions and innovations. “A Thousand Barrels a Second is a book that arrives just in time.”-U.S. Representative Charles F. Bass, (R-NH), member House Energy and Commerce Committee “Peter Tertzakian's analysis of world oil is a fascinating reminder that history often foretells the major turning points of the future.”-Gwyn Morgan, President &amp; Chief Executive Officer, EnCana Corporation “An excellent book! In my more than 40 years in the industry I can't think of a publication which has so clearly discussed the global challenges of today's demands and tomorrow's requirements.”-Peter Gaffney, Senior Partner, Gaffney, Cline &amp; Associates

Business & Money

Tertzakian, Peter

Economics

McGraw=Hill

Praise For The End of Energy Obesity "Peter Tertzakian has succeeded once again. He outlines a visionary approach to meeting the serious challenges of the world's projected population growth, continued economic growth, and increasing living standards. This book is a clarion call to policymakers, business leaders, and energy consumers everywhere." —Guy Caruso, Senior Advisor, CSIS, Washington, D.C. (former Administrator, U.S. Energy Information Administration) "Peter Tertzakian is one of the great energy thinkers of our time. In this compelling book, he examines the factors that will drive global energy demand and addresses the critical energy issue of our time: How can mankind bring its ever-growing demand for energy under control?" —Hal Kvisle, CEO, TransCanada Corporation "Anyone interested in understanding the forces that drive conflict and instability when it comes to energy should read Peter Tertzakian's important book, The End of Energy Obesity. Mr. Tertzakian makes it clear that the road ahead is difficult but not impossible. For those interested in how to attack the energy problem today for a better future, this is a must-read book." —General John P. Abizaid (Ret.), former Combatant Commander, U.S. Central Command, and member of the SAFE Energy Security Leadership Council "The End of Energy Obesity is a fresh look at a pressing problem . . . thought-provoking writing that's a must-read for those concerned about the way forward for the industrialized world." —The Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of Defence and Minister for the Atlantic Gateway, Government of Canada "Peter Tertzakian's prose is fun to read, and the analogies are so apt. For anyone concerned about how we go on an energy diet, this book is a must-read." —Matthew R. Simmons, Chairman, Simmons &amp; Company International, author of Twilight in the Desert: The Coming Saudi Oil Shock and the World Economy "This book explores the critical role networked IT solutions play in changing the way energy is used and delivered. The network truly becomes a platform for monitoring and managing energy consumption in a much more efficient way, and we expect the benefits to accelerate as the network becomes more pervasive. Tertzakian shows the reader how networked collaboration technologies such as TelePresence can enable powerful, face-to-face interactions while reducing our energy appetite and carbon footprint." —John Chambers, Chairman and CEO, Cisco

The End of Energy Obesity: Breaking Today's Energy Addiction for a Prosperous and Secure Tomorrow

Hollihan, Keith

wiley

Renowned energy pundit and bestselling author Peter Tertzakian brings our energy history to life in this collection of 10 short stories that tell our energy story in a whole new way. A savvy investor pays a visit to an obsolete oil rig. A tanker captain wonders about a country’s lack of energy security. A young boy’s tragic plight exposes the complexities of energy ethics and the real barriers to change. These moments — inspired by archival photos, rare books and other curiosities in Peter’s unique collection of energy-related objects — offer lessons from ourenergy past that have vital relevance to the present, and future. Through them, Peter brings clarity to the social, environmental, technical and political turmoil affecting our energy circumstance today. Full of insight, humor and thought-provoking wisdom, The Investor Visit and Other Stories is an essential read for energy leaders and anybody interested in what powers our world. Because the business of energy is everyone’s business.

The Investor Visit and Other Stories: Disruption, Denial and Transition in the Energy Business

Literature & Fiction

Short Stories & Anthologies

Energyphile

Stairway to Hell

Alfred Dickie’s Utility Bill

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