renewable energy sources

"Wham! Whirr! Whoosh! Drillers bore into rock, and oil gushes out. See where fuel comes from and how we use it, and check out sources of renewable energy. A fun and fact-filled look at fuel!"--Provided by publisher.

"In 'Renewable Energy: Power the World with Sustainable Fuel,' scientists ages 9 to 12 learn how switching from nonrenewable energy sources to renewable ones can help make our homes, businesses, cities, and world better, healthier places. What are those renewable resources? Solar, wind, hydropower, geothermal, and bioenergy! Hands-on projects, essential questions, links to online primary sources, and science-minded prompts to think more about energy, the environment, and the repercussions of our choices make this book a key addition to classrooms and libraries"--Provided by publisher.

"Explore six renewable energy technologies that are used around the world! Accessible verse and lush illustrations introduce children to important information about how we can harness the planet's natural resources including wind, water and sun. Inset boxes define new words like "turbine," while extensive endnotes further explain the science behind each power source and the benefits of clean energy"--.

"This title examines the history and use of hydropower, the pros and cons of the technology, and next steps for this important energy source"--Provided by publisher.

"This title examines the history and use of wind energy, the pros and cons of the technology, and next steps for this important energy source"--Provided by publisher.

"This title examines the history and use of geothermal energy, the pros and cons of the technology, and next steps for this important energy source"--Provided by publisher.

"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"--.

Introduces the different types of renewable energy: solar, wind, and tidal power.

Renewable energy is one of the leading environmental issues today. In this book, readers will learn about the importance and growth of renewable energy.

"Did you know that you can light a house using the power of the sun and the wind? Or that rotting garbage can be used to make energy? Discover how energy is everywhere, and uncover how clean energy can be harnessed to save the environment"--Publisher marketing.