Alternative energy sources
By: Sally Morgan
Edition: Rev. and updated [ed.].
Series: Science at the edge; Science at the edge
Publisher: Heinemann Library
Published: 2009
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
Number of pages: 64
ISBN-13: 9780431124834; 9780431149370
Subjects: Renewable energy sources; Juvenile literature
Description: The Science at the Edge series looks at developments and theories that are widespread popular interest and may give rise to controversy and concern. It highlights science that is relevant to the lives of many people, includes provocative discussion themes. Make up your own mind about these cutting edge topics. Alternative Energy Sources looks at different options for replacing fossil fuels. It explores how the energy potential of oceans can be captured using wave power generators, how solar energy could be captured with solar paint and solar satellites, and how nanocrystals boost photovoltaic cell change. It discusses the environment concerns surrounding genetically modifying crops for use as bio fuels, whether or not all cars could run on hydrogen fuel cells, if nuclear power is safe and how underwater kelp forest could be the key to boosting bio gas production.
Notes: Previous edition: 2002.

Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Introduction; title: Fossil-fuelled world; title: Making and storing electricity; title: Harnessing the wind; title: Trapping light; title: Water power; title: Heat from the gound; title: Nuclear energy; title: Biopower; title: Future if renewable sources; title: Conclusion; title: Timeline.