renewable energy sources

Argues that cutting oil consumption in the U.S. is an unrealistic goal and that climate change should be addressed by reducing coal use, discussing the history of coal mining and combustion in the U.S., the relationship between carbon dioxide and temperature, and currently available low-carbon and zero-carbon technologies.

Provides comprehensive information on Earth's sources of renewable and nonrenewable energy, how they are used, their benefits and disadvantages, their interrelationships with the natural world, and the future of Earth's sources of energy.

Discusses man's use and abuse of various forms of energy, and suggests possible solutions for the future.

Simple text and photographs describe such alternative energy sources as wind, water, and solar power.

Examines possible energy sources for the future, such as fusion, ocean power, organic fuels, and bioreactors.

Discusses the availability, advantages, and environmental aspects of such alternative energy sources as solar power, wind energy, and hydropower.

Discusses possible renewable energy resources for the future, such as solar power, wind farms, the energy of moving water, and recycling.

Discusses water, which covers three-quarters of the earth's surface, as a source of energy.

Discusses alternate sources of energy such as the sun, wind, and water, which are both renewable and harmless to the environment.

Describes a variety of energy sources for the future, including solar, water, wind, and thermal power.