{"product_id":"9783032040701","title":"Energy for Sustainable Development Capitalising on the Transformative Potential of Energy to Promote Economic Growth and Improve Livelihoods","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWorld Sustainability Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch1\u003eEnergy for Sustainable Development\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCapitalising on the Transformative Potential of Energy to Promote Economic Growth and Improve Livelihoods\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWalter Leal Filho | Amanda Lange Salvia | Ibram Ganesh | Bianca Gasparetto Rebelatto\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eScience \/ Environmental Science\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-olk-copy-source=\"MailCompose\"\u003eThis book, \"Energy for Sustainable Development: Capitalising on the Transformative Potential of Energy to Promote Economic Growth and Improve Livelihoods\" explores the interconnections between energy and sustainability. Authored by a diverse group of scholars and practitioners, the book argues that much can be gained, by capitalising on the potential of energy as a tool for income generation, economic development and improvements in livelihoods across the world.\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv data-olk-copy-source=\"MailCompose\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe authors delve into various matters related to energy and sustainability, describing various approaches, methods, initiatives and projects aimed at inspiring and motivating individuals and communities to adopt more sustainable practices in respect of energy generation and use. By drawing on lessons from across the world, the book advocates for a holistic approach to energy generation and use, that integrates technical, environmental, economic and social dimensions.\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv\u003eIn summary, \"Energy for Sustainable Development: Capitalising on the Transformative Potential of Energy to Promote Economic Growth and Improve Livelihoods\" is a thought-provoking exploration of how energy can be sustainability produced and used.\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis book is a valuable resource for researchers, students, policymakers, and practitioners in the energy sector. It invites readers to rethink how energy is generated and used, while inspiring transformative actions that prioritise sustainability and equity. This book offers practical insights and fresh perspectives for anyone committed to using energy resources to build a more sustainable future.\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"tab-stops: 117.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"DE\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: DE;\"\u003eProfessor Walter Leal Filho\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"DE\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: DE;\"\u003e (BSc, PhD, DSc, DPhil, DTech, DL, DLitt, FSB, FLS, FRGS) holds Professorial positiions at universities in Germany (Hamburg University of Applied Sciences), UK (Manchester Metropolitan University) and Poland (WSB Merito University). He directs the European School of Sustainability Science and Research (ESSSR) and the Inter-University Sustainable Development Research Programme, the largest network of universities specifically focusing on research on matters related to sustainable development. Professor Walter Leal Filho  has over 30 years experience on sustainable development research and in excess of \u003cstrong\u003e800 \u003c\/strong\u003epublications to his credit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"color: black;\"\u003eDr. Amanda Lange Salvia \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"color: black;\"\u003eis a Project Manager and Researcher at the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences in Germany, where she serves as Director of the FTZ-NK Sustainable Development Networks. She is also a Deputy Editor of the Encyclopedia of the Sustainable Development Goals and the International Journal of Sustainability in Higher Education. With a background in Environmental Engineering, her work focuses on the role of universities in advancing sustainability, the impacts of climate change, and the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"tab-stops: 117.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"color: black;\"\u003eDr. Ibram Ganesh (M.Sc., Ph.D) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"color: black;\"\u003eis a research scientist at International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials (ARCI), Hyderabad, India. He is one of the top 2% scientsits in the world as per the rankings given by Stanford University, USA, with 119 publications and 14 patents. He independently invented i) SLAPE solar panels, and ii) a technology for generating electricity from gravity and water buoyancy with efficiency suitable for practicing at every home across the globe to solve all the energy, environment and economy related problems today our world is facing. He wrote a book entitled Practicable Artificial Photosynthesis: The Only Option Available Today for Human Kind to Make Energy, Environment, Economy and Life Sustainable on Earth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"tab-stops: 117.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"color: black;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBianca Gasparetto Rebelatto \u003c\/strong\u003e(BArch, MSc, PhD Candidate) is a researcher at the Graduate Program in Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Passo Fundo (Brazil) and serves as Head of Communication and Membership for the sustainability networks coordinated by the Research and Transfer Centre “Sustainable Development and Climate Change Management” (FTZ-NK) at Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (Germany). Her research focuses on energy efficiency in buildings, with emphasis on sustainability certifications and the Sustainable Development Goals. She has co-authored several publications on sustainable development, higher education, and environmental management, contributing actively to international SDG-related research and collaboration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublication Date: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17 April 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublisher: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpringer Nature Switzerland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImprint: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpringer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISBN-13: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9783032040701\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePage Count: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e775\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Springer Nature Switzerland","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44340645757068,"sku":"9783032040701","price":161.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/9545\/1788\/files\/9783032040701.jpg?v=1780597590","url":"https:\/\/fh90cf-fv.myshopify.com\/products\/9783032040701","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}