Securing our nation's energy supply is arguably the most important challenge we face.  The source and amount of energy that is available impacts nearly every aspect of our lives including our mobility, health and welfare.  Presently, the U.S. depends heavily on foreign energy resources.  For example, in 2011, nearly 60% of the crude oil consumed in the U.S. was imported; approximately one-quarter of this oil comes from the Persian Gulf.  With growing demands from emerging economies, declining environmental quality and potential for global conflict, there is a pressing need to develop a more sustainable energy strategy.  This presentation will review options for a sustainable energy economy and describe our development of materials the sustainable production of hydrogen and liquid transportation fuels.

Beyond fossil fuels: Options for sustainable fuels production

245th National Meeting (2013)

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