Title: Alternative Energy
First published: June 30, 2001
Description: As gas and utility prices rise and concerns about global warming grow, people are taking a renewed interest in alternative forms of energy, yet comprehensive information on this popular topic is often difficult to locate. This reference provides environmentally conscious individuals with the most up-to-date information on current research in alternative energy. Included are important facts about companies and universities conducting research in alternative energy areas, government research subsidies, statistics on global use of alternative energy systems and production of ethanol and hybrid fuels. Cost comparisons and a valuable appendix with sources for further study complete this encompassing energy reference. This one-stop resource for information about alternative energy will appeal to the lay person and the expert alike. - Back cover.
Subjects: RECURSOS ENERGETICOS, Forschung, Renewable energy sources, Erneuerbare Energien, FONTES ALTERNATIVAS DE ENERGIA, Statistik, RECURSOS ENERGÉTICOS