Solar Power

Spilsbury, Louise A; Spilsbury, Richard

ISBN 10 : 1448852625 ISBN 13 : 9781448852628

Editeur : PowerKids Press, 2011

Synopsis

The sun wakes us up in the morning and keeps us warm, but it is also capable of producing energy that we can use. Solar panels capture the energy produced by the sun and turn it into sustainable energy. Solar panels are just one of the interesting facets of solar energy covered in this informative resource. Through easy-to-understand language, readers are shown how the sun can produce energy, how that energy can be used, and the benefits of a sustainable energy source.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

With supplies of non-renewable energy sources running low and the threat of global warming and climate change, there is an urgent need to look at other types of energy resources and how well they can meet our power needs. While new technologies are being developed, each energy resource comes at a cost. This series looks at each energy resource, the technology and cost of how it is used to meet power needs and how it impacts the environment and humans. Each book explains how that power is generated and where it is used, and then, using specific Let's Discuss panels, explores the various advantages and disadvantages that concern it's use as an alternative fuel source. Case studies examine specific usage examples where that source has either worked or not worked so that the reader can weigh up the pros and cons for the use of each source against the alternatives.

Biographie de l'auteur

Richard and Louise Spilsbury have worked in educational publishing for more than 20 years. Between them they have written nearly 200 information books on a variety of subjects, ranging from science and natural history, geography and the environment, to teen issues and the arts.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: PowerKids Press
• Date d'édition: 2011
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1448852625
• ISBN 13: 9781448852628
• Reliure: Belle reliure
• Nombre de pages: 32
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible