{"product_id":"alternative-energy-for-dummies-paperback","title":"Alternative Energy for Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eRik DeGunther\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe myths and facts about alternative fuels-and how they impact our lives\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAs the price of energy continues to soar, so too has the demand for alternative energy. But there's no clear \"winner\" in the race to replace fossil fuels. \u003ci\u003eAlternative Energy For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e explores the current fossil fuel conundrum and society's growing need for more and more energy. Cutting through the competing claims, this book offers a multifaceted examination of alternative energy, including solar, wind, nuclear, biomass, geothermal, biofuel, and other sources. Each alternative scenario is compared to current fossil-fuel intensive practices in the scientific, environmental, social, political, and economic realms. Readers also gain insight into the future of energy production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearn to: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEvaluate the various forms of alternative energy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand the science behind future energy options\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSort through the political hype\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGrasp your options for alternative-fuel cars\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGet the truth about alternative energy and make it part of your life\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWant to utilize cleaner, greener types of energy? This plain-English guide clearly explains the popular forms of alternative energy that you can use in your home, your car, and more. Separating myth from fact, this resource explores the current fossil fuel conundrum, the benefits of alternatives, and the energy of the future, such as hydrogen and fuel cell technology.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe ABCs of alternative energy --\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ewhat it is, how it works, and what the real costs are\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhere we are now --\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003elearn where our current energy comes from and how much longer it will last\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTake the first step --\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003esee how energy efficiency and conservation can reduce your reliance on fossil fuels\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGrasp the alternatives --\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003efrom nuclear power to geothermal energy to wood burning, understand the benefits that alternative energy can have on the nation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply alternative fuels to transportation --\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003efrom biofuels to exotic propulsion to electricity, see how they are best used and how hybrid, all-electric, and fuel cell-powered vehicles work\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGet a peek into the future --\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003esee what the outlook holds for each form of alternative energy discussed\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOpen the book and find: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe pros and cons of alternative energy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA review of the current world energy economy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe problems with fossil fuels, from smog to global warming\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdvantages of alternative energy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePractical results of alternatives you can use in daily life\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGuidelines for investing in alternative energy vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTen ways you can bring about change right now\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInsight into the future of energy production -- and how you can invest in it\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRik DeGunther\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e Author, \u003c\/i\u003e Solar Power Your Home For Dummies \u003ci\u003eand\u003c\/i\u003e Energy Efficient Homes For Dummies\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 384\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9 x 9.2 x 7.3 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 01, 2009\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51762035392800,"sku":"9780470430620","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/268503e3c74392bd9ade99d3c42e9ed2.webp?v=1780215453","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/alternative-energy-for-dummies-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}