Energy for the Future

From a shimmering French office building clad in solar panels to a small bio-gas plant outside a home in India, examples of clean energy are the focus in this slim title in the Earth in Danger series. Following brief definitions of renewable and non-renewable energy sources, the spreads introduce various methods of producing Earth-friendly power, most often by harnessing natural forces such as sun, wind, and water movement. Orme presents concepts in clear, simplified language… An appended section, “Just the Facts,” delves into further detail about the issues with focused, interesting statistics (“Three percent of all the energy made in the U.S. comes from biomass.”), and offers young readers energy-saving tips that directly apply to their own daily lives. Packed with sharp color photos that will attract browsers, this handsome title will provide a solid first stop for students new to the subject of renewable energy.