Michael E. Webber
About the Author
Michael E. Webber is a distinguished author and energy expert whose work bridges the worlds of engineering, policy, and environmental science. With a background as a mechanical engineer and former deputy assistant secretary in the U.S. Department of Energy, Webber brings unparalleled insight into the complexities of global energy systems. His writing demystifies the forces shaping our power-dependent society, exploring everything from renewable innovations to the geopolitical tensions of resource scarcity. In his acclaimed book Power Trip: The Story of Energy, Webber chronicles the evolution of energy production and consumption, offering readers a compelling narrative on how these invisible forces drive human progress and pose existential challenges. A sought-after speaker and professor at the University of Texas at Austin, Webber continues to advocate for sustainable solutions in an era of rapid technological change.
