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A crude awakening

the oil crash
A look at the uncomfortable realities of a world that is both addicted to fossil fuels and unaware of the looming "peak oil " crisis, debunking the conventional wisdom that oil production will continue to climb. Explores oil's rocky relationship with human progress in locales ranging from ancient Baku, Azerbaijan to dusty oilpatch town McCamey, Texas. Promotes a humbler way of life built around sustainability and alternative energy.

Energy

Explore one of the key industries in the United States, energy production, in this title.

Renewable energy

"From wind power to solar power, there are so many renewable energy sources available. Yet, fossil fuels are still the way most power is generated. This book tackles that fact by introducing readers to key concepts such as the definition of renewable energy and the problems with continued use of fossil fuels. Readers are introduced to alternative energy generation methods in age-appropriate detail guided by friendly narrators"--Provided by publisher.

Planet power

explore the world's renewable energy
"Explore six renewable energy technologies that are used around the world! [V]erse and . . . illustrations introduce children to important information about how we can harness the planet's natural resources including wind, water and sun"--Provided by publisher.

Energy from algae

"This title examines the history and use of algae as a source of energy, the pros and cons of the technology, and next steps for this important energy source"--.

Energy in crisis

Introduces energy and discusses different forms of energy, such as fossil fuels and natural and nuclear power, as well as related conservation efforts.

Do you like saving planet Earth?

2023
Are you concerned about the environment? That might be a potential clue to your future career! This book explores what a career in environmentalism might look like. Readers will discover how their interests can lead to a lifelong future career. Aligned to curriculum standards and 21st Century Skills, Career Clues for Kids prepares readers for a successful future. Includes table of contents, glossary, index, sidebars, and author biographies.
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Renewable energy vs. nonrenewable energy

An exploration of renewable and nonrenewable energy sources.

What's renewable energy?

"Due to increasingly dire warnings about the effects of fossil fuels on climate change, businesses and governments have begun looking into switching to renewable energy for power. What is renewable energy? How feasible is it for the United States to switch to it? Will this change actually help the environment? Readers learn the answers to these questions and more in this engaging volume, augmented by striking photographs, graphic organizers, and informative fact boxes. By understanding more about this issue, tomorrow's leaders are in a better position to make informed choices"--Provided by publisher.

Green architecture

2023
Green architecture includes structures that use sustainable materials and energy sources. This book showcases fascinating green buildings-from houses and arenas to offices and museums-and the architects who built them! A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, design activity, and sidebars are included in this title.
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