renewable energy resources

Reviews the history of energy use, looks at the development of solar, wind, hydro-, geothermal, and other power alternatives, and discusses the need to create a sustainable energy future. Includes discussion questions, contact information for organizations, and a list of resources.

Explores what America may look like in the next twenty years as changes to the way energy is produced are implemented and more environmentally sound technology is produced.

Discusses the issues related to alternative energy, including the merits of biofuel, nuclear power, solar power, wind power, and geothermal energy.

A collection of articles offering opinions for and against such energy issues as whether fossil fuels should be replaced, the uses of nuclear power, alternatives to gasoline-powered cars, and the need for a national energy policy.

Directs attention to the countless small renewable energy sources on every continent and to the proven technologies already producing power in cost-effective operations.

Describes how windmills work, their different types, where they can be found, and how they are used as alternate sources of electricity.

Examines the complex issues surrounding current energy sources and alternative energy options focusing on fossil fuels, bioenergy and geothermal energies.

This book is a collection of articles in which authors dispute the strengths and drawbacks of renewable energies and the political, environmental, and financial reasons they should or should not be part of the national and global energy outlook.

Contains essays that offer varying perspectives on issues associated with using alternative energy sources, discussing the benefits and negative aspects, and related topics.

Provides information about the use of non-renewable fossil fuels to create energy and discusses alternative sources that will not pollute or contaminate the environment. Suggests ways individuals can cut down their use of energy and provides internet sources for additional information about conserving energy. Includes photos, maps, a glossary, and an index.