"Introduces readers to what biomass power is, how it is used today and how it might be used in the future, and the benefits and drawbacks of this energy source. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, sidebars, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research"--Provided by the publisher.

"Introduce young readers to the ways we get energy from the environment, from oil and coal to hydropower and solar farming. Readers will learn that not all energy sources are created equal. Through full-color photographs, dynamic spotlight facts, and 'Solve It!' activities, students will learn about the problems with each type of energy production, then think critically about potential eco-friendly solutions for the future. This volume informs readers...

"Readers will find out why we burn fossil fuels, the harm it is causing, and why evolution in the solar power industry could make it a powerful weapon in the fight to create a sustainable future"--OCLC.

When you feel like running, leaping, and singing, people might say you have a lot of energy. And you're not the only one! Energy is the stuff that makes everything live and move. People, animals, plants - we all need energy to live!

Examines the various types of energy that provide power for the world and their impact on the environment, and suggests ways to conserve energy and to switch to more renewable types.

"Introduces readers to what nuclear power is, how it is used today and how it might be used in the future, and the benefits and drawbacks of this energy source. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, sidebars, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research"--Provided by the publisher.

"Electricity was not the invention of one individual, but the work of many over generations, from civilizations around the world. This book comprehensively covers the invention of electricity, from the cultures that tried to harness the power of lightning over centuries to Benjamin Franklin's tests with a kite and a key, the industrialization of the lightbulb by Thomas Edison, and the use of electric power today. Through sidebars, fact boxes, and...

"Introduces readers to what solar power is, how it is used today and how it might be used in the future, and the benefits and drawbacks of this energy source. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, sidebars, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research"--Provided by the publisher.

Explores how houses are powered by energy, discussing the electricity, water, and natural gas that fuel appliances and other home technologies, and provides tips on how people can conserve these resources in their homes.