renewable energy sources

Read about the many ways that creative people are turning the power of the sun, the earth, water, waves, and more into clean energy that can not only save money, but help us all enjoy a bright future.

A collection of articles published in the "New York Times" by various authors exploring the need for clean energy, various types of clean energy, and the economics of clean energy. Also discusses the controversies surrounding the topic. Includes a glossary, black-and-white photographs, and text-dependent questions.

"Introduce young readers to the ways we get energy from the environment, from oil and coal to hydropower and solar farming. . . . students will learn about the problems with each type of energy production, then think critically about potential eco-friendly solutions for the future"--Provided by publisher.

An exploration of renewable energy sources, covering solar energy, wind power, geothermal energy, related careers, and more. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

Contains twenty-two articles that offer a variety of opinions on the topic of energy alternatives.

Explores different types of sustainable energy, covering geothermal energy, solar and wind power, bioenergy and nuclear power.

Looks at how people use energy, explains where the world's energy comes from, examines the difference between renewable and non-renewable energy, and describes alternative sources of energy.

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

This videodisc explores the pros and cons of California's controversial program to slash carbon dioxide emissions and promote energy efficiency, which could be adopted nationwide during the Obama administration.

Program includes information on: Energy, Wind turbines, "Green" technology, Electricity, Fossil fuels, Global warming, Carbon dioxide, Environment, Methane, Greenhouse gases, Air conditioning, Solar power, Bio-fuels, Recycling, Automobiles, Emissions, Water, Love Canal, Toxic waste.