Alternative Energy Sources

Definition: Energy that is derived from renewable resources such as wind and solar power and not from oil, coal or other non-renewable sources.


Global Warming in the 21st Century QC981.8.G56 J643 2006	Understanding Renewable Energy Systems TJ808 .Q37 2005	Renewable Energy in Non-technical Language TJ808 C47 2004


eBook Link	eBook Link	eBook Link
Switching to Renewable Power: A Framework for the 21st Century	Energy Autonomy: The Economic, Social and Technological Case for Renewable Energy	Renewable Energy Policy and Politics: A Handbook for Decision-making

RELEVANT SUBJECT HEADINGS: Renewable Energy Sources, Global Warming--Environmental Aspects, Energy Policy--United States, Global Warming

NARROW YOUR TOPIC:
	Compare hybrid cars to electric cars, bio-fuel cars and diesel cars.
	Will fuel cells power homes?
	Should the Environmental Protection Agency have the authority to regulate carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases from motor vehicles and power plants?
	Can alternative fuels reduce air pollution?
	Is corn ethanol a viable fuel source?
	What are the pros and cons of solar energy?
	Does wind power generate adequate amounts of energy?
	What are cost considerations with alternative energy sources?

JOURNAL DATABASES:
OmniFile Full Text Mega	Opposing Viewpoints

STATISTICS:

Official energy statistics from the US Government

Alternative Fuels Data Center

AVAILABLE ONLINE:

CQ Researcher - Renewable Energy Resources and Alternative Fuels

SUGGESTED INTERNET SITES:

Alternative Fuel Vehicle Institute

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GCCC Library

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