energy policy

Contains primary and secondary source documents that provide varying perspectives on the issue of U.S. dependence on foreign oil.

Scientists and entrepreneurs are experimenting with new renewable breakthroughs to supplement wind, solar, and hydroelectric power as alternatives to fossil fuels.

From coal to sunlight to trash, it seems as if almost everything can be used to create energy. But which option is the most productive? The least harmful to the environment? The most practical? Readers will be well on their way to developing their own informed opinions about one of today's most complex and debated topics, energy.

Evaluates the major claims made by ethanol policy advocates.

Discusses the pros and cons of the hydropower industry.

Examines some of the most viable energy alternatives to petroleum, discussing the political, technical, economic, and social feasibility of solar, wind, and geothermal energy.

"Clean Energy Nation is an eye-opening look at the world's history with fossil fuels and what we must do in the next century to save our environment. With a specific focus on the current American dependence on oil, this book delivers a sobering call to action. Here, Jerry McNerney, the only United States Congressman ever to have had a career as a renewable energy engineer, and writer Martin Cheek inspire all Americans to take action to free our country from its dangerous addiction to oil and help steer us toward the goal of genuine energy independence."--From publisher's description.

Provides an account of the last half century of natural gas technology development; examines the conflict between economic development and concerns over environmental damage, and explains why fracking is seen by some as a vital bridge to a sustainable energy future and feared by others as an excuse to postpone addressing the risks of climate change.