Infinite Resources is a book about how the world can transition from destructive polluting technologies to abundant sustainable clean technologies, which will have positive effects in all aspects of our lives.
The author describes how we can use the temperature difference between the cold polar night air and the relatively warm polar oceans to generate more energy than humanity currently uses. The main byproduct of the power-generating process is clean drinking water. Infinite Resources also delves into other sustainable energy sources.
Abundant Arctic energy can transform industries as diverse as the production of fertilizers, steel, explosives, green concrete, hydrogen and other chemicals, as well as cryptocurrency mining, carbon capture, bottled water, fish farming, bulk water supply, data warehousing and even Arctic tourism.
The abundant energy from the most productive and least polluted oceans of the world is a great foundation to develop sustainable aquaculture, mariculture and hydroponics. This can transform the global food industry and eliminate the need for pesticides, herbicides and antibiotics in the food supplied from the Arctic.
The book begins by realistically recognizing that the polar regions are inhospitable to human life. It also explores several pressing issues that humanity will soon have to come to terms with. The author describes how it is possible to mitigate these issues in ways that are harmonious with natural systems, and make progress towards reaching every one of the seventeen United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Infinite Resources outlines a plan to supply potable water to the hundreds of millions of people who don’t have a reliable water supply today, along with the possibility of greening some of the world’s deserts. It also describes weather modification to reduce the intensity of tropical cyclones. It includes a plan to support the “global conveyor belt” of ocean water, transferring energy between all regions of the world.
The book finishes by investigating the effects of having abundant food, water, and energy, along with many other resources. It examines what this means for society, when combined with artificial intelligence and robotics. Can we build a better society? Are our goals to abandon fossil fuels and reach net zero carbon by 2050 achievable, and if so, how?
If you are interested in learning about how humanity can function sustainably, in harmony with natural systems, and supply abundance for all, read this book.
I had the pleasure to interview Jeff on his new book Infinite resources.
A worthy life mission on how to use the Arctics to solve many of the problems that humanity faces. A recommended read for those who look for fresh ideas on how to make the world better.