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In this user-friendly and informative audiobook, prolific author and academic Vaclav Smil provides an introduction to this far-reaching term and gives the reader a greater understanding of energy's place in both past and present society. Starting with an explanation of the concept, he goes on to cover such exciting topics as the inner workings of the human body, and the race for more efficient and environmentally friendly fuels.

We are in the midst of a global mental health crisis, and mental illnesses are on the rise. But what causes mental illness? And why are mental health problems so hard to treat? Drawing on decades of research, Harvard psychiatrist Dr. Chris Palmer outlines a revolutionary new understanding that for the first time unites our existing knowledge about mental illness within a single framework: mental disorders are metabolic disorders of the brain. Brain Energy will transform the field of mental health, and the lives of countless people around the world.

From the creator of Bulletproof Coffee and author of the bestselling The Bulletproof Diet comes a revolutionary plan to upgrade your brainpower—in two weeks or less. For the last decade, Silicon Valley entrepreneur Dave Asprey has worked with world-renowned doctors and scientists to uncover...

In an age where technologies such as AI threaten to supplant human intelligence, an award-winning scientist offers a radical new view of our innate human technology and what we're truly capable of. There are rare moments in time when we make choices that irreversibly change the world, and our...

In Regenesis, George Church and science writer Ed Regis explore the possibilities of the emerging field of synthetic biology. Synthetic biology, in which living organisms are selectively altered by modifying substantial portions of their genomes, allows for the creation of entirely new species of organisms. These technologies - far from the out-of-control nightmare depicted in science fiction - have the power to improve human and animal health, increase our intelligence, enhance our memory, and even extend our life span.

Welcome to The Future of Nuclear Energy series with Phil Zeringue! In this series, I invite you to join me on an engaging journey through the complexities of nuclear energy as we explore new ideas and cutting-edge solutions with some of today’s most innovative thinkers. Together, we’ll unpack the latest advancements, confront industry challenges, and dive into the transformative role nuclear energy can play in our world’s future.

The story of our environment may well be the most important story this century. We focus on issues facing people and the planet. Leading environmentalists, organizations, activists, and conservationists discuss meaningful ways to create a better and more sustainable future. Participants include EARTHDAY.ORG, Greenpeace, UNESCO World Heritage Centre, PETA, European Environment Agency, Peter Singer, 350.org, UNESCO Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Education for Peace and Sustainable Development, Citizens’ Climate Lobby, Earth System Governance Project, Forest Stewardship Council, Global Witness, ...

In The Secret Therapy of Trees, Marco Mencagli and Marco Nieri explore the relationship between plants and organisms, and illustrate how to benefit from nature's positive impact on our psychological and physical well-being. Our connection to nature is deeply rooted in the history of our...

Now in paperback: At the cutting edge of science and spirituality, New York Times best-selling author Gregg Braden explains that evolution is not the whole story of humanity--and offers a new understanding of our origins that can help us tap the extraordinary abilities we already have. What...

Come limitare l'impatto dei consumi di energia sull'uomo e sull'ambiente, senza compromettere lo sviluppo economico? Un impiego delle fonti rinnovabili, e in particolare dell'energia solare, è ormai ritenuto necessario e possibile, anche in ampie proporzioni. Nel volume si discutono gli aspetti tecnologici ed economici dello sfruttamento dell'energia solare e si offre un quadro delle politiche nazionali e dell'Unione europea nel settore.

Everyone knows the feeling after a long day—it is difficult to concentrate, make good decisions, or even empathize with others. This daily but completely natural decline in our mental capacity is called “ego depletion,” a state of mind that miraculously but naturally disappears after a good night's sleep. However, more and more people are waking up in a perpetual state of ego depletion: their mental energy source is not recharging—it is actually shrinking. We live in a chronically exhausted society with disastrous consequences for ourselves, society, and future generations.

The Edge of Energy podcast is presented by Scotiabank, produced by the Walrus Lab, discussing the energy transition and the climate crisis. In each of the episodes in this series we will explore the policies, green incentives and strategies that are giving us a head start as we begin to tackle the climate crisis. Join our host, Kofi Hope, as we hear from industry experts and innovators to guide us through a cleaner, more renewable transition to Net Zero.

𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗭𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗛 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗞𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗡 𝗕𝗘𝗜 𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗚𝗬 𝗥𝗢𝗖𝗞𝗦! Wir verhelfen dir zu einem hohen Energielevel, dauerhafter Leistungsfähigkeit & schnellerer Regeneration. Wir leben in einer Welt, die von erheblichen medialen Einflüssen beeinflusst wird. Diese Einflüsse machen gerade beim Thema Gesundheit keinen Halt. Im Podcast Energy Rocks werden diese & auch andere Sichtweise fundiert & kritisch hinterfragt. Dabei spielt es keine Rolle ob es sich um das Thema Ernährung, Bewegung, Schmerzen, Vitamine, ...

Dein Podcast für Energiesparen, Energieberatung und die Energiewende „Die Energiekosten steigen, die Umwelt leidet, und die Energiewende klopft an unsere Tür. Aber wie können wir persönlich dazu beitragen und gleichzeitig unsere Ausgaben senken? In Energie gewinnt immer dreht sich alles um clevere Tipps zum Energiesparen, praktische Energieberatung und die großen Veränderungen der Energiewende. Ob es um nachhaltige Technologien, einfache Maßnahmen im Alltag oder den Weg zu einem klimafreundlichen Leben geht – hier erfährst du, wie du die Macht der Energie nutzen kannst, um Geld zu ...

Welcome to the Energy for Success podcast, the show that explores the power of energy in achieving success in all aspects of life. Dr. Barry Morguelan is a physician, researcher, and leading expert in the field of energy medicine. Through insightful knowledge and stories from Dr. B sharing about the power of energy. This podcast provides practical tips and inspiration to help you tap into your own potential. Whether you're looking to boost your productivity, improve your health and wellness, or enhance your relationships, you're in the right place. So join us as we explore the energy for ...

You are listening to the Siemens Energy Podcast. The energy sector is undergoing an unprecedented transformation presenting challenges and opportunities. The demand for energy is increasing worldwide and at the same time, it is necessary to combat the effects of climate change and reduce CO2 emissions. On each episode, we bring you conversations from some of the world's cutting-edge leaders in energy. Our goal is to help you understand energy, the challenges we face today, and what the future holds. Subscribe and be sure to check out our website for more resources at www.siemens-energy.com ...

Un diptyque essentiel pour comprendre le monde d'aujourd'hui et de demain. "Dans Où atterrir ?" Comment s'orienter en politique, l'hypothèse est qu'on ne comprend rien aux positions politiques si l'on ne donne pas une place centrale à la question du climat et à sa dénégation. Tout se passe comme si une partie importante des classes dirigeantes était arrivée à la conclusion qu'il n'y aurait plus assez de place sur terre pour elles et pour le reste de ses habitants.

In the vein of Randall Munroe's What If? meets Brian Green's Elegant Universe, a senior writer from Space.com leads readers on a wild ride of exploration into the final frontier, investigating what's really "out there." We've all asked ourselves the question. It's impossible to look up at the...

L'economia mondiale si è sviluppata nel secondo dopoguerra grazie alla grande disponibilità dei combustibili fossili senza che si tenesse conto né del vincolo di scarsità, né dell'impatto sull'ambiente che la loro combustione comporta. Oggi ci troviamo costretti a ripensare le scelte di approvvigionamento energetico.

A gripping narrative about the Zika virus from the New York Times science reporter covering the outbreak. Until recently, Zika virus—once considered a mild disease—was hardly a cause for global panic. But as early as August of 2015, doctors in Brazil’s northeast region began to notice a...