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Physics of Societal Issues: Calculations on National Security, Environment, and Energy

Name: Physics of Societal Issues: Calculations on National Security, Environment, and Energy
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Book Synopsis:

This book provides the reader with essential tools needed to analyze complex societal issues and demonstrates the transition from physics to modern-day laws and treaties. This second edition features new equation-oriented material and extensive data sets drawing upon current information from experts in their fields. Problems to challenge the reader and extend discussion are presented on three timely issues:

National Security: Weapons, Offense, Defense, Verification, Nuclear Proliferation, Terrorism
Environment: Air/Water, Nuclear, Climate Change, EM Fields/Epidemiology
Energy: Current Energy Situation, Buildings, Solar Buildings, Renewable Energy, Enhanced End-Use Efficiency, Transportation, Economics

Praise for the first edition:

“This insight is needed in Congress and the Executive Branch. Hafemeister, a former Congressional fellow with wide Washington experience, has written a book for physicists, chemists and engineers who want to learn science and policy on weapons, energy, and the environment. Scientists who want to make a difference will want this book.”

Richard Scribner, first Director, Congressional Science and Engineering Fellow Program, AAAS

“Hafemeister shows how much one can understand about nuclear weapons and missile issues through simple back-of-the-envelope calculations. He also provides compact explanations of the partially successful attempts that have been made over the past 60 years to control these weapons of mass destruction. Hopefully, Physics of Societal Issues will help interest a new generation of physicists in continuing this work.”

Frank von Hippel, Professor, Princeton, former Assistant Director, National Security, White House, OSTP

“Energy policy must be quantitative. People who don't calculate economic tradeoffs often champion simplistic hardware. ‘The solution is more... nuclear power, or electric cars, or photovoltaics, etc.’ Some simple physics will show that the true solution matches supply and demand as an ‘integrated resource plan.’ Physics of Societal Issues is a good place to begin this journey.”

Arthur Rosenfeld, former California Energy Commissioner, Professor-emeritus, U. of California-Berkeley

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Are you interested in analyzing complex societal issues and understanding the transition from physics to modern-day laws and treaties? Look no further than the second edition of "Physics of Societal Issues: Calculations on National Security, Environment, and Energy"! This book is packed with equation-oriented material and extensive data sets that draw upon current information from experts in their fields. With its challenges and discussions on national security, environment, and energy issues, this book is a must-have for anyone seeking to make a difference in these critical areas.

Don't miss out on this invaluable resource that experts are applauding! Richard Scribner, the first Director of the Congressional Science and Engineering Fellow Program, praises the book as essential for those who want to understand science and policy on weapons, energy, and the environment. Frank von Hippel, a professor at Princeton and former Assistant Director of National Security at the White House, commends the book for its ability to inspire a new generation of physicists to work towards controlling weapons of mass destruction. Don't just take their word for it – grab your copy of "Physics of Societal Issues" today and uncover the power of physics in shaping our world!

When it comes to energy policy, it's essential to have a quantitative understanding. Simplistic hardware solutions are not enough; we need to match supply and demand through integrated resource planning. Arthur Rosenfeld, a former California Energy Commissioner, emphasizes the need for calculations and economic tradeoffs. "Physics of Societal Issues" is the perfect starting point for anyone interested in understanding the true complexities of energy policy. Get your hands on this book and embark on a journey towards a more sustainable future!

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