energy industry

"[Describes] how energy engineers help make sure that our energy demands are met in a number of different ways ... Real-life examples and a design challenge help students understand key concepts related to the engineering process, and how energy engineers will play a vital role in our future."--Provided by publisher.

Provides a history of alternative energy, and offers advice on pursuing a career in the field. Discusses common careers, and includes an interview with an expert in solar energy. Includes career statistics, color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

Explores new and alternative sources of energy upon which mankind must depend in the future, as fossil energy sources are depleted, and explains the difficulties involved in gathering and converting this energy.

This book is an introduction to the energy industry, describing what the industry does, how it makes money, and what challenges it faces in the future.