renewable energy sources

Explores different energy sources that are being developed in order to protect the earth's natural resources.

Discusses various forms of energy derived from renewable resources, such as wind power, solar power, water power, geothermal energy, and biofuels.

Introduces younger readers to new ways in which power can be produced, examining the problems with existing energy sources and describing new technologies.

This extensive volume examines the possibility of a cleaner and more energy efficient future by detailing the historic and emerging technologies behind some the most promising alternative resources.

Explores the challenges posed by global warming on energy production, discussing the world's reliance on fossil fuels and efforts to cut fossil fuel emissions, and describing alternative energy solutions and their pros and cons.

Explains the vocational landscape within the field of sustainable energy.

Presents the pros and cons of using wind power to help fight air pollution and meet the growing demand for electricity.

Presents sixteen projects centered on renewable energy principles, with instructions as well as materials and tools lists for each, covering how to build a solar-powered seesaw, a power-generating windmill, and other devices, and contains information on how to use an infrared thermometer, an electrical usage monitor, and a digital multimeter.