Report examines hidden costs of energy production and use
Monday, October 19, 2009 - 19:56
in Physics & Chemistry
WASHINGTON -- A new report from the National Research Council examines and, when possible, estimates "hidden" costs of energy production and use -- such as the damage air pollution imposes on human health -- that are not reflected in market prices of coal, oil, other energy sources, or the electricity and gasoline produced from them.