World energy resources

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This energy survey explores the geographic and economic contexts of countries and major regions, highlighting significant inter-relationships. It combines various interacting themes, including historical development, energy issues, forecasts, economic geography, environmental programs, and global energy use. The analysis focuses on the United States and worldwide oil, gas, coal, and alternative energy resources, addressing associated challenges, forecasts, and policies. The work draws on principles of energy science, applied geology, geophysics, and environmental sciences relevant to resource exploration, exploitation, and production. It strives to gather scattered information from federal and state agencies, educational institutions, and other sources, aiming to provide a broad overview despite only skimming the surface of the vast information available. Part I introduces conventional energy resources and their historical developments across seven chapters, presenting foundational concepts and supporting facts. This section serves as a concise educational resource for energy analysts, policymakers, and scientists seeking a brief review of advanced technologies and historical context.