Meeting U.S. Energy Resource Needs

This study was undertaken in recognition of the critical role played by the Energy Resources Program (ERP) of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) in the energy future of the United States. The ERP performs fundamental research to understand the origin and recoverability of fossil energy resources and conducts assessments of their future availability. The ERP also provides information and expertise on environmental effects.

Table of Contents


Front Matter
Executive Summary
1 Introduction
2 The Energy Resources Program: Setting, Mission, and Role
3 Program Balance
4 Future Program Effectiveness and Challenges
5 Principal Findings and Recommendations
References
Appendix A: Oral Presentations and Written Statements
Appendix B: Biographical Sketches of Panel Members
Acronyms