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Alternative Energy for Dummies
Contributor(s): DeGunther, Rik (Author)

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 ISBN: 0470430621     ISBN-13: 9780470430620
Publisher: For Dummies
OUR PRICE: $23.74  

Binding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions
Published: May 2009
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Annotation: "Alternative Energy For Dummies" presents readers with a multifaceted examination of various forms 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.

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BISAC Categories:
- Technology & Engineering | Power Resources - Alternative & Renewable
- Science | Energy
Dewey: 741.597
Series: For Dummies
Physical Information: 0.9" H x 7.3" W x 9.2" L (1.30 lbs) 384 pages
Features: Bibliography, Index, Price on Product, Price on Product - Canadian, Table of Contents
 
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The myths and facts about alternative fuels-and how they impact our lives

As 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. Alternative Energy For Dummies 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.
 
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