Introduction
Meeting the energy needs of an increasingly industrialised world remains one of the biggest challenges of the 21st century.
Mechanical engineers are at the forefront of the issue, working towards renewable production methods and engineering more economical, environmentally-friendly ways of using existing fossil fuels.
In this section we look at the major energy production methods in use today and how we'll meet energy needs in the future.
Solar, wind, tidal, wave, biomass, heat pumps and hydro energy.
How nuclear power works, the history of its use and how it will develop in the UK.
The availability of fossil fuels, cutting the environment impact and the future of fossil energy.
Distributed Energy
The local supply of electricity and heat which is generated on or near the site where it is used.
Beginner's Guide to Energy Production
Confused by all the jargon that surrounds energy production? Our beginner's guide provides the answers.