e of a series of educational resource books offering information about contemporary issues in Australian society. Information is sourced from newspapers, journals, government reports, surveys, websites and lobby group literature. This volume looks at issues surrounding alternative energy, including its use and efficiency, energy resources in Australia, energy saving tips, and various forms of renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, biomass, hydro-electric, tidal, wave and geothermal power. Includes source references, illustrations, statistical facts and figures, website listing and index.

This anthology series covers today's most current national and international issues and contains the most important opinions of the past and present. The purpose of the series is to introduce the reader to all sides of contemporary controversies in an objective and comprehensive way. Each anthology is composed of a wide spectrum of primary sources written by many of the foremost authorities in their respective fields; the authors represent leading conservative, liberal, and centrist views. This unique approach provides students with a concise view of divergent opinions on each topic. Extensive book and periodical bibliographies and a list of organizations to contact are also included. The Current Controversies series will prove invaluable to libraries and classrooms in need of young adult materials on today's leading issues and controversies.

Although it is perhaps the oldest known source of fuel, biomass is now on the cutting edge of humankind's search for more sustainable energy. This book outlines the history of biomass use, details modern efforts to use biomass as a cost-effective, clean replacement for fossil fuels, and explores the potential of biomass-based energy as a major fuel sourcefor the future.

Explains how biomass power provides electricity or fuel for our cars, the environmental problems it causes, and if it can provide us with enough energy in the future.

The world is in the midst of a seismic shift in the way it generates energy and grows economic prosperity. Since the first industrial revolution we've been burning carbon to run our lives, but climate change and dwindling supplies of oil are now forging a new clean industrial revolution which will end our reliance on carbon for good. In this compelling book, climate scientist and economist Ben McNeil demonstrates the immense economic opportunities which will open up if Australia leads the new clean industrial revolution. He shows how investing, commercializing, and exporting the new fuels, materials, and technologies for the twenty-first century will boost economic prosperity as well as environmental sustainability. In a world craving clean energy, nations and businesses who are clever and courageous enough to embrace the change will thrive.

Essays debate the pros and cons of alternative energy sources, including the use of nuclear power and the development of new technologies such as solar and wind power.

We use energy every day; from powering our vehicles and factories to heating and lighting our homes, schools and offices. These needs are met mainly by stores of energy, such as coal and oil, which were built up over millions of years. Today, we are using these stores very rapidly, much faster than they can be replaced or renewed. These sources of energy are also very polluting and are known to contribute to global warming. This book considers examples from across the world that show there are alternative, sustainable ways to provide energy, without damaging the environment. These alternatives are known as sustainable energy, or renewable sources, and their use is growing rapidly as people become aware of the dangers of ignoring the energy problem. It also suggests some choices the reader can make to ensure a sustainable future. 'Databank' boxes give key facts, 'Opinion' panels highlight quotes from well-known speakers on the subject. There are also weblinks with useful website addresses which link to sites with more information about a particular topic.

Now is the time to learn how and why people are installing solar and wind systems to power their homes. The dream of solar rooftops has become a reality for thousands of Australian households and volume two of GREEN POWER TODAY presents some of their stories. Learn how to understand, and cost, a system to suit your needs, then use the list of accredited installers to get the best quotes and claim an $8000 government rebate. Volume one of Green Power Today was extremely successful and established this annual book as an authoritative and informative guide to renewable energy in Australia. Everyday householders are turning their electricity meters backwards as they install solar-electric rooftop arrays, high-efficiency solar hot water units, and even wind turbines. Read about people's experiences in their own words, as they explain the costs and benefits of embracing renewable energy. There has never been a better time - for your wallet or the planet - to go solar, wind, or geothermal.

Renewable energy looks at renewable energy sources and production in Australia. The information comes from a wide variety of sources and includes: Newspaper reports, magazine articles, internet website material, government reports and literature from lobby groups and charitable organisations.

Provides a practical overview of the diversity of the skills, technologies and capabilities available from Australia's sustainable energy industries.

The Earth's major sources of energy will not last forever. Coal, oil and natural gas may all run out in the next fifty years. This book explains how the power of the wind is turned into electricity. It shows how wind power may be used to supply almost a quarter of our energy needs. It looks at how we could find new fuel supplies and develop new sources of energy.

This text looks at harnessing the energy of the winds to power turbines and windmills to pump water, grind grain, power ships and supply us with electricity.

Explains how wind energy is generated and used, discusses wind farms and turbines, and considers its use as a renewable resource.

Energy use is one of the most important issues of our age. This new series looks at different sources of power that are in use today.

Presents the pros and cons of using wind power to help fight air pollution and meet the growing demand for electricity.

A series of books which contain previously published information sourced from newspapers, magazines, journals, government reports, surveys, websites and lobby group literature. The series offers up to date diverse information about the social issues shaping our changing world.

Energy use is one of the most important issues of our age. This new series looks at different sources of power that are in use today

Natural gas is a fossil fuel widely used for multiple energy needs. As consumption grows, supply diminishes, and environmental problems become more evident, some believe it is time to explore other energy sources. Others believe that finding new sources of natural gas is the answer. This book looks at a variety of issues in the use of natural gas as an energy source.

After Pearl Harbor was attacked, the Japanese forces continued to overwhelm the Allies by seizing resource-rich islands in the Pacific. Allied losses in the early months after America's entry into the war were great, and amongst the most devastating were those who suffered during the Java Sea Campaign, the first major sea battle of World War ll in the Pacific. American, British, Dutch and Australian forces combined to fight the Japanese, but their efforts were disastrous and, by the end of the months-long campaign, they lost ten vessels and more than 2,100 sailors. Rising Sun, Falling Skies examines the events and evidence surrounding the Java Sea Campaign to reconstruct battles that, in hindsight, were all but hopeless. The author examines the Allied planning activities, observing where fatal mistakes were made. He uncovers poor decisions and missed opportunities that plagued ABDA forces, and reveals what the Allies gained, irrespective of the destruction they suffered during the campaign.

Presents the pros and cons of using oil for fuel as the growing demand for electricity increases problems such as air pollution.

Takes a look at energy, exploring what it means to be renewable or "alternative", and looking at what the future of energy might bring. This series includes books, which explain the science behind a particular type of energy and discuss how it is used today, exploring benefits and disadvantages.

- Text correlated to the middle school science curriculum and developed in consultation with a science curriculum consultant

A topical new series that addresses the pros and cons of all energy courses. Each book looks at the fundamentals of each energy type with information on how they work, their benefits and limits, examples from around the world and the current and future questions. Debates run strongly throughout as readers are encouraged to look at how the type of energy affects people and planet Earth.

Discusses the pros and cons of using nuclear power to help fight air pollution and meet our growing demand for electricity.

"Renewable energy expert Mark Diesendorf issues a powerful challenge in this clear and comprehensive guide to the technology and policies we need to adopt to ensure an ecologically sustainable energy future for the planet. Sustainable Energy Solutions for Climate Change brings together the science, technology, economics and policy issues to provide a unique and truly interdisciplinary approach. It details the enormous recent changes in the energy sector and profiles the renewable energy technologies that can transform our fossil-fuelled energy systems into ecologically sustainable ones.

The Energy Crisis is an issue that is likely to have a huge impact on our lives and on the lives of future generations. This book will help you to understand what the energy crisis is, why it has come about and what can be done about it. Discover why it is important for energy consumption to become more efficient, find out all about alternative sources of renewable energy and see what you can do to help the planet.

These substantial titles provide students with a comprehensive overview of various aspects of technology, from the earliest times until the present day. They are culturally inclusive, acknowledge discoveries made in non-European nations and feature a wealth of explanatory illustrations and profiles of key inventors and inventions.

Australia's energy resources sector has much depth and expertise. Australia is an energy resource rich nation and is one of the few OECD countries which is a significant net energy exporter. At this time the Australian energy resources sector is an international success story. Since 1986, Australia has lead the world in coal exports and since the late 1980's has become a major global supplier of LNG. Australia is well positioned to capture energy export opportunities in expanding economies around the world, particularly in the United States and throughout Asia. In recognition of the significance of companies within these industries, and as a celebration of the success of the entire energy resources sector, the major players in Australian energy resources, under the chairmanship of Hugh Morgan AC, are driving a commercially-focused publishing program to deliver a high-level book, Powering the World: Australia's Energy Industries.

Discusses the world energy crisis, the affect alternative-fuel vehicles would have on the issue, and if renewable energy can meet the world's future needs for electricity.