Publication

Oct 2005

This bulletin examines the peaking of oil production and its capacity to cause an unprecendented, abrupt and revolutionary transition to other energy sources. After presenting arguments and background information, the author recommends a narrow focus on mitigating the decline of world oil production.

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Author Robert L Hirsch
Series Atlantic Council Energy and Environment Papers
Publisher Atlantic Council
Copyright © 2005 Atlantic Council of the United States
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