Energy Alternatives
by Snedden, RobertFormat: Hardcover
Pub. Date: 2006-05-23
Publisher(s): Heinemann/Raintree
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Summary
The science of energy is at the root of many of the biggest challenges facing the future of our planet. This book uses everyday examples and the latest figures to show how we use energy alternatives. Find out how hybrid cars work and what each of us can do to save energy. Learn the drawbacks of alternative sources of energy.
Table of Contents
| Today's Questions, Tomorrow's Answers? | p. 4 |
| Why Do We Need Energy? | p. 6 |
| Energy Efficiency | p. 8 |
| Home Economics | p. 10 |
| Transportation Technology | p. 12 |
| Batteries Not Included | p. 14 |
| Fuel Cells | p. 16 |
| Combined Heat and Power | p. 18 |
| Solar Energy | p. 20 |
| Solar Developments | p. 22 |
| Blowing in the Wind | p. 24 |
| Hydroelectricity | p. 26 |
| Wave Power | p. 28 |
| Tidal Energy | p. 30 |
| Geothermal Energy | p. 32 |
| Biomass Energy | p. 34 |
| Biomass Pros and Cons | p. 36 |
| "Not in My Backyard" | p. 38 |
| The Alternative Future | p. 40 |
| Saving for the Future | p. 42 |
| Alternative Energy Statistics | p. 44 |
| Find Out More | p. 45 |
| Glossary | p. 46 |
| Index | p. 48 |
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