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Author
Pub. Date
[2006]
Description
"The Homeowner's Guide to Renewable Energy tells you how. It starts by outlining the likely impacts of fossil fuel shortages and some basic facts about energy. It then discusses energy conservation to slash energy bills and prepare for renewable energy options. Focusing carefully on specific strategies needed to replace specific fuels, the book then examines each practical energy option available to homeowners..." -- Publisher website (November 2009)....
82) Clean Energy
Author
Pub. Date
c2009
Description
Learning about solar power, and other kinds of clean energy.
84) Energy
Author
Pub. Date
c2014
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book introduces the forms of energy and explains the two states of energy called potential energy and kinetic energy.
Author
Pub. Date
2018.
Description
"Start Your Own Off-Grid Homestead the Simple, Budget-Friendly Way. If you've ever thought about creating your own family homestead but weren't sure how to get started or if it were even possible, Stewart and Shannon Stonger have been there and can help guide your way. They left their home in the city and moved to an empty plot of land with hopes of building a more sustainable way of life. Their years of research, limited budget, creativity and pursuit...
Author
Pub. Date
2010
Description
Inspired by Thomas Paine's classic, Common Sense, Frances Beinecke provides a concise account of what is at stake in the climate change debate. The impact of global climate change extends beyond environmental destruction. She challenges all Americans to demand a clean and sustainable energy future before it is too late. Doing so will help put Americans back to work, reduce our reliance on foreign oil, and create a healthier planet, for ourselves and...
Author
Pub. Date
2012
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This resource starts at the beginning with easy-to-follow explanations of energy and the ways it is used. Once through the fundamentals, this book explores fossil fuels, clean energy, and the numerous ways to conserve energy. Armed with their newfound knowledge, readers will be inspired to take steps to conserve energy at home and at school.
Author
Pub. Date
[2019]
Description
"Drawing on case studies and information collected over the past decade, Solar Power tells a story about the social and environmental considerations for scaling solar power. The book articulates a vision for a more sustainable and just solar industry. While decarbonizing electricity systems with clean, solar power will have tremendous social and environmental benefits, scaling solar industries for electricity will have impacts from global supply chains...
94) Oil
Pub. Date
c2007
Description
Discusses the advantages and disadvantages of using oil and it's derivatives as sources of energy.
Author
Pub. Date
[2012]
Description
"Covers renewable energy options for grid-tied and off-grid homeowners, including solar energy (passive and active), wind power, microhydro energy, geothermal heat pumps, solar water heating, biomass heating, backup generators and pumping/storing water. Also examines energy conservation, system sizing/pricing, and tax incentives"--
