F.A.C.T.S. Flexibility, Affordability, Conservation, Transition, Sustainability: Our Path to the Future of Energy and the Environment - Softcover

Fassihi

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0443525749 ISBN 13: 9780443525742

Publisher: Elsevier, 2026

Synopsis

F.A.C.T.S. Flexibility, Affordability, Conservation, Transition, Sustainability: Our Path to the Future of Energy and the Environment addresses the urgent global need for scientifically grounded resources on energy transition and sustainability. The book begins with an overview of the energy landscape and its challenges, with subsequent sections providing deep analyses of non-renewable sources such as fossil fuels, nuclear energy, and renewable sources, including solar, wind, geothermal, hydropower, and ocean energy. Emerging technologies, clean air and water solutions, energy efficiency, financial enablers, and public empowerment are also explored. Supplementary materials include glossaries, technical notes, fact sheets, and case studies.

With climate change, carbon emissions, and geopolitical pressures shaping energy policy, this reference provides a balanced, evidence-based framework for understanding the complexities of renewable integration, fossil fuel reduction, and carbon capture technologies. The book responds to the demand for accessible yet rigorous content that empowers policymakers, industry leaders, academics, and educators to make informed decisions in the face of polarized narratives and technological uncertainty.

• Provides a comprehensive analysis of renewable and non-renewable energy sources
• Integrates science, policy, and economics for holistic understanding
• Presents case studies and technical notes for practical applications
• Encourages actionable insights to reduce carbon footprints

About this title

About the Authors

Dr. Reza Fassihi is the Founder and Principal of Beyond Carbon, where he advances low-energy, sustainable reservoir management strategies aligned with the global energy transition. With over 40 years of experience spanning BP, Amoco, Arco, and now BHP Petroleum as Distinguished Advisor, Dr. Fassihi has led innovation in enhanced oil recovery (EOR), unconventional oil, and subsurface assurance across global assets. His technical leadership is reflected in 40+ publications and numerous awards, including the SPE IOR Pioneer and Distinguished Member honors. Dr. Fassihi maintains strong academic ties, notably with the University of Calgary, where he has contributed to collaborative research in thermal recovery and served as a technical peer in honoring the legacy of Dr. R.G. Moore. He co-authored the SPE Monograph Low Energy Processes for Unconventional-Oil Recovery with Stanford’s Prof. Kovscek, reinforcing his commitment to scalable, low-carbon solutions. He holds a PhD in Petroleum Engineering from Stanford University.

Dr. Hamidreza Samouei is a chemist with expertise in organic, inorganic, organometallic, and analytical chemistry, specializing in the synthesis and characterization of environmentally sensitive compounds. His current research focuses on energy sciences, including CO2 utilization, carbon mineralization, and water treatment. He also studies acid stimulation, scale dissolution, corrosion inhibition, and kinetic and thermodynamic phenomena using real-time spectroscopy. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. on anticancer agents and a postdoctoral position at ICIQ, Spain, investigating air- and moisture-sensitive compounds. At Texas A&M University, he explored CO2 conversion and now addresses oilfield chemistry and flow assurance challenges. His innovative work on mineral extraction from brines aims to develop sustainable resource recovery methods, including "brine refining" for producing clean water and minerals from produced water sources such as geothermal, desalination, and industrial brines. His research seeks to mitigate mineral shortages, water scarcity, and environmental impacts related to produced water disposal.

From the Back Cover

F.A.C.T.S. Flexibility, Affordability, Conservation, Transition, Sustainability: A Pathway for Future of Energy and Environment addresses the urgent global need for scientifically grounded resources on energy transition and sustainability. With climate change, carbon emissions, and geopolitical pressures shaping energy policy, this reference provides a balanced, evidence-based framework for understanding the complexities of renewable integration, fossil fuel reduction, and carbon capture technologies. The book responds to the demand for accessible yet rigorous content that empowers policymakers, industry leaders, academics, and educators to make informed decisions in the face of polarized narratives and technological uncertainty. The contents are structured into five parts, beginning with an overview of the energy landscape and its challenges. Subsequent sections provide deep analyses of non-renewable sources such as fossil fuels and nuclear energy, followed by renewable sources including solar, wind, geothermal, hydropower, and ocean energy. Emerging technologies, clean air and water solutions, energy efficiency, financial enablers, and public empowerment are explored in detail. Supplementary materials include glossaries, technical notes, fact sheets, and case studies, ensuring modularity and independent usability of chapters.

F.A.C.T.S. Flexibility, Affordability, Conservation, Transition, Sustainability: A Pathway for Future of Energy and Environment benefits its audience by bridging science, economics, and policy into a cohesive narrative. It equips readers with practical strategies, comparative analyses, and global case studies, enabling them to navigate energy transition challenges with clarity. By combining accessible language with rigorous scientific review, the reference empowers professionals, educators, and decision-makers to contribute meaningfully to a sustainable energy future.

Edition details

• Publisher: Elsevier
• Publication date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0443525749
• ISBN 13: 9780443525742
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 350