power resources

Provides information about various types of fossil fuels, including coal, oil, and natural gas, discusses the role of fossil fuels in the Industrial Revolution, and examines the impact of such energy sources on the environment.

Looks at some of the energy alternatives to nuclear and fossil fuels, including solar energy, hydroelectricity, wave power, and others; and discusses the importance of renewable energy resources for the future and the environment.

Defines energy, discusses sources of energy and related problems, and examines the use of energy and how it can be reduced.

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

Argues that the United States needs to adopt an environmentally friendly national strategy to be healthier, wealthier, and more secure, innovative, and productive.

Contains facts, tables, charts, and statistics that provide current and historical information about energy, covering oil, natural gas, coal, nuclear energy, renewable energy, energy reserves, electricity, and energy conservation and efficiency.

Presents a series of essays by energy experts and environmentalists concerning the debate over developing energy alternatives such as the use of solar and wind power and hydrogen power.

Reviews the history of power and energy inventions, from the dawn of civilization to the present, including the first machines, steam and electric engines, and the incandescent light bulb.

Examines the scientific and economic debates over energy, discussing energy supplies, energy development on public lands, the environmental dangers of energy sources, alternatives to fossil fuel, government influence on energy use, and concerns for the future.