Fossil-fuel use and sustainable development
by Bruce C. Cohen, Jean-Michel Collette
International Journal of Global Energy Issues (IJGEI), Vol. 3, No. 3, 1991

Abstract: Our present energy systems are inherently damaging because they are based on the use of fossil fuels. A continuation of the present trends in fuel use implies a continuous rise in atmospheric carbon dioxide concentrations. A long transition period is needed to facilitate a shift to the use of new energy systems. A period of a century would allow for short-term increases in fossil-fuel consumption. But steps need to be taken now that will lead eventually to an absolute reduction in fossil-fuel use. Intensified international co-operation, especially in the areas of R&D and technology transfer, can be regarded as a prerequisite of the successful transition to a new pattern of development.

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