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2) Fossil fuels
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Pub
Pub. Date
[2008]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Discusses what fossil fuels are, how they were created, how they are used, and the need to find alternate sources of energy before the available fossil fuels are used up.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
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Formats
Description
A former Ground Branch paramilitary officer, Brian Rhome, thinking his time with this elite group of shadow operatives was over, instead finds himself in the midst of a deadly conspiracy that threatens the highest levels of American democracy.
Author
Series
Publisher
The Blue Sky Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"It's time to learn about the role of carbon and fossil fuels on planet Earth! As much as our news is packed with articles about the importance of fossil fuels to the world economy and the global warming caused by increased carbon emissions, few people understand what is happening. Now Bang and Chisholm present a clear, concise explanation of the fossil-fuel energy cycle that began with the sun and now runs most of the manufacturing, transportation,...
Author
Series
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Everything needs energy to run. You get energy from food. Cars also need energy. But cars don't eat food--they use gasoline. Gasoline is made from fossil fuels. Fossil fuels are used every day. Even roads for cars are made from fossil fuels. Fossil fuels are a part of your life more than you probably imagined."--
Author
Series
Carbon ideologies volume 2
Publisher
Viking
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
An eye-opening look at the consequences of coal mining and oil and natural gas production--the second of a two volume work by award-winning author William T. Vollmann on the ideologies of energy production and the causes of climate change. The second volume of William T. Vollmann's epic book about the factors and human actions that have led to global warming begins in the coal fields of West Virginia and Eastern Kentucky, where "America's best friend"...
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Language
English
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Formats
Description
"Recent changes in the global production and flow of energy have remade the world. In this book, the author reveals the forces shaping the future of energy, both renewable and fossil fuel. The New Map offers a new vision of the world's energy reserves and, therefore, the future of geopolitics"--
9) Project F
Author
Publisher
Random House
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
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Description
From the bestselling author of The City of Ember comes a post-apocalyptic story set hundreds of years in the future, where life is simple and modern conveniences are a thing of the past until a boy enchanted by technology is forced to choose between doing the right thing for his community and pursuing his dreams of adventure. WELCOME TO THE FUTURE. There are no cars, planes, television, or smart phones. Climate change wreaked havoc on Earth hundreds...
10) Before the flood
Publisher
[National Geographic Channel?]
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
Presents a riveting account of the dramatic changes now occurring around the world due to climate change. Leonardo DiCaprio travels to five continents and the Arctic to witness climate change firsthand, going on expeditiions with scientists and meeting with political leaders. Also presents steps individuals and society can take to prevent the disruption of life on our planet.
Author
Publisher
Regnery Publishing
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
Fossil fuel energy is the lifeblood of the modern world. Before the Industrial Revolution, humanity depended on burning wood and candle wax. But with the ability to harness the energy in oil and other fossil fuels, quality of life and capacity for progress increased exponentially. Thanks to incredible innovations in the energy industry, fossil fuels are as promising, safe, and clean an energy resource as has ever existed in history. Yet, highly politicized...
Author
Series
Publisher
Red Chair Press
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Scientists tell us that some of the fuels that keep our homes and businesses running, power our transportation, and keep us safe are hurting the Earth. Learn why energy companies are working to come up with cleaner ways to supply oil and gas, how fuels in the future will be safer for Earth, and what you can do now to use energy wisely. Includes step-by-step ideas for taking action, different points of view, an up-close look at relevant careers, and...
Author
Publisher
Portfolio/Penguin
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"The New York Times bestselling author of The Moral Case for Fossil Fuels draws on the latest data and new insights to challenge everything you thought you knew about the future of energy For over a decade, philosopher and energy expert Alex Epstein has predicted that any negative impacts of fossil fuel use on our climate will be outweighed by the unique benefits of fossil fuels to human flourishing--including their unrivaled ability to provide low-cost,...
15) Solar energy
Publisher
WGBH Video
Pub. Date
c2007
Language
English
Description
"NOVA presents a provocative mix of scientists, economists, and ordinary citizens who are all pushing the envelope of solar power's untapped potential"--Container.
16) Empty
Author
Publisher
Scholastic Press
Pub. Date
c2010
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 7
Language
English
Description
When oil supplies run out and global warming leads to devastating storms, classmates Tom, Niki, Gwen, Hector, and Brock realize that the world as they know it is ending and lead the way to a more environmentally-friendly society.
17) Global warming
Publisher
WGBH Boston Video
Pub. Date
c2007
Language
English
Description
Examines both sides of the global warming debate.
18) Split estate
Publisher
Bullfrog Films
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
"Imagine discovering that you don't own the mineral rights under your land, and that an energy company plans to drill for natural gas two hundred feet from your front door. Imagine finding that you have little or no recourse to protect your home or land from such development. [The film] maps a tragedy in the making, as citizens in the path of a new drilling boom in the Rocky Mountain West struggle against the erosion of their civil liberties, their...
Author
Publisher
Verso
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
"How capitalism first promoted fossil fuels with the rise of steam power The more we debate about the catastrophic implications of climate change, the more fossil fuels we continue to burn. How did we get caught up in this mess? In this masterful new history, Malm claims that it all began in Britain with the rise of steam power. So why did manufacturers turn from traditional fuels, notably water, to steam? Overturning established theories of the...
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