Analyzing the self-sufficient Danish island of Samso, this book
explains sustainability through a bio-geophysical understanding of
how to best use society's limited resources to achieve true
sustainability. The method used derives from the thermodynamic
function of exergy. By analyzing exergy flows and establishing a
system for evaluating the energy and the materials used in a
society, the author creates a platform for monitoring certain
indicators of sustainability. These indicators inform readers about
the actions that must be taken and the time frames for achieving
sustainability goals. The exergy-based approach is an important
tool for carrying out such an analysis because it Focuses on
several key thermodynamic concepts and the usefulness of exergy
analysis for evaluating sustainability Explains sustainability by
implementing thermodynamic laws to societal consumption and the use
of resources Discusses new methods that integrate energy and
material fluxes and evaluates them against each other Provides
direct indicators for finding the largest problems/obstacles and
deciding where measures should be taken Includes instructions on
how to establish an accounting system for evaluating the energy and
the materials used in a society This book is aimed for
professionals, researchers, and students working on nature
conservation and environmental management projects related to
sustainability.
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