energy conservation

Looks at different types of energy, focusing on green and renewable energy sources, features brief case studies of kids who are involved in saving energy, and includes activities.

Identifies and explores innovative technology in the energy industry that was inspired by nature.

Learn about the different ways in which people move from one place to another, how transportation affects our air, land, and water, and how to travel in a way that makes a positive difference for the Earth. Includes step-by-step ideas for taking action, different points of view, an up-close look at relevant careers, and more.

"You can make a big difference if you help take care of the planet. From growing a garden in a tray to recycling trash, this book is full of ideas"--P. [4] of cover.

Describes how people worldwide are wasting energy and threatening the environment. Also provides information on how to live more sustainably through such activities as recycling, using green sources of energy, car-sharing, and reducing air travel.

Discusses climate change and explains why energy should be conserved; describes wind, solar, and water energy and methods of transportation such as hybrid cars; and presents tips for saving energy at school and at home.

Tyler learns about the different ways people use energy, explains how using energy can cause problems for the environment, and describes ways to save energy and protect the environment.

Discusses ways to combat global warming, covering different sources of sustainable energy, the effects of fossil fuel use on the environment, global warming, and how to become carbon neutral.

An introduction to water and energy conservation that discusses the importance of protecting natural resources, and provides information on recycling and ways to conserve.

Provides hundreds of tips and strategies, many of them environmentally friendly, for running a library on a tight budget, with tips on using volunteers, finding free materials, fixing structural problems, repurposing, and more.