1.  Fossil Energy, Introduction
2.  Oil And Natural Gas: Global Resources
3.  Petroleum and Oil Sands Exploration and Production
4.  Petroleum Refining and Environmental Control and Environmental Effects
5.  Oil Shale Processing, Chemistry and Technology
6.  Developments in Internal Combustion Engines
7.  Alaska Gas Hydrate Research and Field Studies
8.  Gas to Liquids Technologies
9.  Coal and Peat: Global Resources
10.  Coal Preparation
11. Coal to Liquids
12.  Mining Industries and their Sustainable Management
13.  CO2 Reduction and Coal-Based Electricity Generation
14.  Pulverized Coal-Fired Boilers and Pollution Control
15.  Natural Gas Power
16.  CO2 Capture and Sequestration
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The word sustainability shares its root with sustenance. In the context of modern society, sustenance is inextricably linked to the use of energy. Fossil Energy provides an authoritative reference on all aspects of this key resource, which currently represents nearly 85% of global energy consumption. Gathering 16 peer-reviewed entries from the Encyclopedia of Sustainability Science and Technology, the chapters provide comprehensive, yet concise coverage of fundamentals and current areas of research. Written by recognized authorities in the field, this volume represents an essential resource for scientists and engineers working on the development of energy resources, fossil or alternative, and reflects the essential role of energy supplies in supporting a sustainable future.