As a Reading Promotion Partner of the Center for the Book, Library of Congress, the Energy Library promotes a scientifically literate general public.
Communication is the cornerstone of understanding.
The ability to communicate through reading, writing, speaking or signing is a fundamental skill which is too often taken for granted. Reading and writing are the first skills taught in school. Yet, many Americans can't read or read poorly. Others can't write, or have great trouble putting their thoughts to paper. And many of us are terrified to speak before a group.