MS - ZIS Middle School Library Resources: Gr 8 - Renewable Energy

Contains sixteen essays that provide opposing viewpoints on issues related to alternative energy, debating the necessity and viability of alternative energy sources, and whether alternatives to gasoline powered vehicles should be pursued.

In graphic novel format, follows the adventures of Max Axiom as he explores various sources of renewable energy.

Discusses alternatives to traditional energy sources that contribute to global warming and that are increasingly scarce.

Discusses careers in the field of renewable energy, including solar, wind, geothermal, marine, hydrogen, and nuclear energy; and includes a list of workshops, universities, professional associations, and other resources.

Find out how the enormous power of the Sun can be used to meet the world's growing energy needs. Explore the significance of energy transfers and the role of sunlight in food chains and webs. Also, investigate examples of new technologies that can provide us with environmentally sound energy.

An exploration of renewable energy resources that focuses on geothermal, biomass, and hydrogen energy, providing information about how they are produced and used and including photographs, illustrations, and diagrams.

An exploration of renewable energy resources that focuses on wind and water power, providing information about how they are produced and used, discussing advantages and disadvantages, and including photographs, illustrations, and diagrams.