biomass energy

An introduction to geothermal energy and bioenergy that explains the history, technology, and uses of these sources of energy.

Readers are introduced to biofuels, which is plant and animal waste. Related issues are also discussed, such as social and economic costs.

Helps children understand the importance of fossil fuels, explaining what they are, how they are used, why it is so important to conserve them, and other related topics.

Explains what biofuels are, describes their advantages and disadvantages, and explores how they can be used.

Defines biomass power, explains how it is made and used, and discusses benefits and potential problems of the energy source.

Examines the source of fossil fuels and their effects on the environment.

Introduces young readers to bioenergy, energy derived from organic matter, in order to produce heat, run cars, and generate electricity; and describes history of bioenergy, the benefits of biofuels, and the processes used to convert biomass to gas.

Describes how heat beneath Earth's surface and plants and animals can be used as sources of power, how using this power affects the environment, and what the future significance of geothermal power and bio-energy may be.

Defines geothermal and bio-energies, and explains their advantages and disadvantages.

Examines the pros and cons of using plant and animal waste to meet our growing demand for electricity.