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: Every building on every continent is transformed into a green micro-power plant, collecting renewable energy on-site.

: The story begins with a move away from fossil fuels—the "dangerous endgame" of the second industrial revolution—toward infinite sources like solar, wind, and geothermal. The Third Industrial Revolution: How Lateral Po...

Rifkin’s vision is one of , where the democratization of energy leads to a fundamental reordering of human relationships. This shift impacts everything from how we conduct commerce and govern society to how we educate children and engage in civic life. Where to find the book: : Every building on every continent is transformed

: Using internet technology, the power grid is transformed into an "energy internet." Just as we share information online, millions of people can sell surplus green electricity back to the grid and share it with neighbors. This shift impacts everything from how we conduct

: The transport fleet transitions to electric plug-in and fuel cell vehicles that can buy and sell electricity on this smart, interactive grid.