A Thousand Barrels a Second: The Coming Oil Break Point and the Challenges Facing an Energy Dependent World

A Powerful Analysis of Our Oil Addiction and a New Direction for Global Energy

In 2006, world oil consumption exceeded one thousand barrels per second-a level with enormous impact on the environment, world economies, investments, and business profitability. A Thousand Barrels a Second examines the future of oil and the nature of our energy supply, revealing how governments, businesses, and individuals can meet the coming challenges with better solutions and innovations.

A Thousand Barrels a Second is a book that arrives just in time. -U.S. Representative Charles F. Bass, (R-NH), member House Energy and Commerce Committee

Peter Tertzakian's analysis of world oil is a fascinating reminder that history often foretells the major turning points of the future. -Gwyn Morgan, President & Chief Executive Officer, EnCana Corporation

An excellent book! In my more than 40 years in the industry I can't think of a publication which has so clearly discussed the global challenges of today's demands and tomorrow's requirements. -Peter Gaffney, Senior Partner, Gaffney, Cline & Associates