Energy for today

Learn how we use nuclear power today and how scientists are working to make it a safer energy source for the future.

Introduces methods of obtaining energy from the sun, places solar energy in context with other power resources, explains how it works, and considers the advantages and disadvantages of its possible future use.

Identifies renewable and nonrenewable sources of energy, focusing on wind power, explaining what it is, how it works, and its role in meeting the energy needs of the future.