Next generation energy

Describes solar energy and how human beings have been able to harness the power of the sun, a cleaner source of energy than coal or oil, but also explores some of the drawbacks of solar power, such as the fact that the sun isn't always shining.

Describes geothermal energy, its uses, and its benefits and drawbacks. Includes an activity, color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

"For centuries, falling water has been used in parts of the world to create energy to run grinding stones at mills and irrigation systems for crops. This interesting book shows how the use of this 'clean' form of energy, called hydroelectricity, is being expanded to help us build a more sustainable future. Discover how other forms of water-based energy, such as energy from ocean waves and tides, are being harnessed and used to help create electricity to power our homes, offices, and factories."--Provided by publisher.

"We live in an energy-rich age, in which we can turn on a light with the flick of a switch or drive anywhere by turning a key. But, our vehicles, factories, and power stations, which create the electricity needed to light and heat our buildings, pump carbon dioxide into Earth's atmosphere. Carbon dioxide overload from these human activities is making our planet hotter and hotter--and is causing the Earth's climate to change. Find out what scientists are doing to find sustainable new forms of energy that will secure our planet's future."--.

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.

Looks at hydraulic fracturing, focusing on how it works, related political controversy, and its environmental impact.

"[Describes] how the sun is powering our planet, the technology used to harness it, and what the future of solar power could be."--Provided by publisher.

Describes the form of energy called biomass, explains how it is created and used, and why it could be a more sustainable power source.

"[Describes] the different forms of geothermal energy, how people are harnessing and using this rich supply, and how it could be an important part of our energy future."--Provided by publisher.

"We live in an energy-rich age, in which we can turn on a light with the flick of a switch or drive anywhere by turning a key. But, our vehicles, factories, and power stations, which create the electricity needed to light and heat our buildings, pump carbon dioxide into Earth's atmosphere. Carbon dioxide overload from these human activities is making our planet hotter and hotter--and is causing the Earth's climate to change. Find out what scientists are doing to find sustainable new forms of energy that will secure our planet's future."--Provided by publisher.