The Third Edition of Encyclopedia of Emerging Industries details the inception, emergence, and current status of 118 newly flourishing U.S. industries and industry segments. EEI's focused essays unearth for users a wealth of relevant, current, factual data previously accessible only through a diverse variety of sources. This volume provides broad-based, highly readable industry information under such headings as Industry Snapshot, Organization and Structure, Background and Development, Industry Leaders, Current Conditions, America and the World, Pioneers, and Research and Technology. The Essays in this edition have been completely revised, with updated statistics and the most current information on industry trends and developments. In addition, we have added essays on 19 of the most interesting and influential upcoming new industries including: Alternative Fuels, Cross-Marketing, Elder Day Care, Liquid Metals, Outlet Centers, Telephone Services and Accessories, Virtual Communities, etc..
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