Project Independence Report

An historical perspective to the Project Independence Blueprint is presented that traces the history of the various major energy sources and examines the reserves, consumption, technology, economics, and government policy towards oil, coal, natural gas, nuclear energy, electric power, and energy sources. The first two sections of the report, Historical Perspective of World Energy and U.S. Energy Perspective, deal with major trends and events influencing all energy sources. The report concentrates on the period from the end of World War II to the eve of the Arab oil embargo. Government policies which have shaped the development of energy production and consumption are stressed.