power resources

Briefly explores the history of mankind's use of oil for energy, from ancient fire arrows made by lighting oil on arrowheads up to the first oil well to be drilled by Edwin Drake in America, and on to how much oil and gasoline we use everyday for energy in the twenty-first century. Includes a glossary.

Looks at how advances in science and technology have affected energy sources, providing information as well as pro and cons about a variety of related topics, such as nuclear energy, biofuels, and solar power from space.

Introduces energy and discusses different forms of energy, such as fossil fuels and natural and nuclear power, as well as related conservation efforts.

Examines the controversies arising from the opportunities being created for energy resources in the Arctic, due to global warming.

Presents an overview of the Earth's environment, containing information on how it provides resources, energy, and sustains ecosystems.

"Energy is a very important topic in today's world. It's an essential science concept as well as a major part of current events as fuel prices fluctuate and climate change continues to be a major concern. Readers are able to go beyond the basics in this . . . look at energy and fuel"--Provided by publisher.

"[Relates] the facts about renewable and non-renewable energy resources, how our energy use contributes to global warming, and what the future of energy looks like"--Provided by publisher.

Contains a collection of articles published in the "New York Times" by various journalists exploring the benefits and drawbacks of various energy sources from fossil fuels to wind and solar. Reveals the complex political and economic factors involved in energy use and production, and highlights the debates between competing political and domestic interests. Discusses the future of energy policy and presents a thirty-year plan for pollution-free energy sources. Includes a glossary, black-and-white photographs, graphics, and text-dependent questions.

How does corn become fuel for cars? How might rotting garbage be used to heat homes? Biofuels answers these questions and much more!.

An introduction to biomass energy, describing what it is, how it is made, its minimal effect on the environment, and more.