At head of title: The American Assembly, Columbia University.

Background papers for the 55th American Assembly which met in Nov. 1978, Arden House, Harriman, N.Y.

Includes index.

Introduction / John C. Sawhill -- Energy and economic growth / William W. Hogan -- The characteristics of the demand for energy / Robert S. Pindyck -- Energy use and conservation in industrialized countries / Lee Schipper -- Energy conservation in the transportation sector / Robert F. Hemphill -- Technological options for improving energy efficiency in residential and commercial buildings / Maxine Savitz and Eric Hirst -- Technological options for improving energy efficiency in industry and agriculture / Robert O. Reid and Melvin H. Chiogioji -- Improving the efficiency of electricity generation and usage / Douglas Bauer and Alan S. Hirchberg -- Improving energy productivity through recovery and reuse of wastes / Christopher T. Hill and Charles M. Overby -- Short-term solar prospects / Denis A. Hayes -- Long-term research opportunities / John H. Gibbons -- The federal government's role in supporting state and local conservation programs / Robert A.F. Reisner -- Conclusion / Roger Sant and John C. Sawhill.

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