Alternative Energy For Dummies 1st Edition by Rik DeGunther (PDF)

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The myths and facts about alternative fuels–and how they impact our livesAs 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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Editorial Reviews: From the Inside Flap Learn to:Evaluate the various forms of alternative energyUnderstand the science behind future energy optionsSort through the political hypeGrasp your options for alternative-fuel carsGet the truth about alternative energy and make it part of your lifeWant to utilize cleaner, greener types of energy? This plain-English guide clearly explains the popular forms of alternative energy that you can use in your home, your car, and more. Separating myth from fact, this resource explores the current fossil fuel conundrum, the benefits of alternatives, and the energy of the future, such as hydrogen and fuel cell technology. The ABCs of alternative energy — what it is, how it works, and what the real costs areWhere we are now — learn where our current energy comes from and how much longer it will lastTake the first step — see how energy efficiency and conservation can reduce your reliance on fossil fuelsGrasp the alternatives — from nuclear power to geothermal energy to wood burning, understand the benefits that alternative energy can have on the nationApply alternative fuels to transportation — from biofuels to exotic propulsion to electricity, see how they are best used and how hybrid, all-electric, and fuel cell–powered vehicles workGet a peek into the future — see what the outlook holds for each form of alternative energy discussedOpen the book and find:The pros and cons of alternative energyA review of the current world energy economyThe problems with fossil fuels, from smog to global warmingAdvantages of alternative energyPractical results of alternatives you can use in daily lifeGuidelines for investing in alternative energy vehiclesTen ways you can bring about change right nowInsight into the future of energy production — and how you can invest in it From the Back Cover Learn to:Evaluate the various forms of alternative energyUnderstand the science behind future energy optionsSort through the political hypeGrasp your options for alternative-fuel carsGet the truth about alternative energy and make it part of your lifeWant to utilize cleaner, greener types of energy? This plain-English guide clearly explains the popular forms of alternative energy that you can use in your home, your car, and more. Separating myth from fact, this resource explores the current fossil fuel conundrum, the benefits of alternatives, and the energy of the future, such as hydrogen and fuel cell technology. The ABCs of alternative energy — what it is, how it works, and what the real costs areWhere we are now — learn where our current energy comes from and how much longer it will lastTake the first step — see how energy efficiency and conservation can reduce your reliance on fossil fuelsGrasp the alternatives — from nuclear power to geothermal energy to wood burning, understand the benefits that alternative energy can have on the nationApply alternative fuels to transportation — from biofuels to exotic propulsion to electricity, see how they are best used and how hybrid, all-electric, and fuel cell–powered vehicles workGet a peek into the future — see what the outlook holds for each form of alternative energy discussedOpen the book and find:The pros and cons of alternative energyA review of the current world energy economyThe problems with fossil fuels, from smog to global warmingAdvantages of alternative energyPractical results of alternatives you can use in daily lifeGuidelines for investing in alternative energy vehiclesTen ways you can bring about change right nowInsight into the future of energy production — and how you can invest in it About the Author Rik DeGunther Author, Solar Power Your Home For Dummies and Energy Efficient Homes For Dummies Read more

Reviews from Amazon users which were colected at the time this book was published on the website:

⭐I was generally pleased with this book. It was easy to read, contained a broad view of multiple energy alternatives, and provided a basis from which to do further research. I didn’t care for some of the repetitive political commentary including some of the comments on modern agriculture. The author may know energy, but I wouldn’t say his expertise esxtends to other areas. Nonetheless, it is a good place to start your journey toward a more informed world of alternative energy.

⭐It may be my fault, but I was hoping for more depth and detail. I’m very interested in developing a small solar/wind energy source for my home and this just gave an overview of information I already had at my disposal. I’m still searching for a system that will work for me. This did not help me.

⭐Wasn’t very helpful.

⭐This book also visits the reasons of how and why we perceive energy as we do, poorly. Clear and concise, worth a read for everyone looking to understand and enter the amazing solutions to your energy needs.

⭐Several months ago I read an interesting National Geographic article on ethanol. I learned how Brazil’s motor vehicles run on ethanol, and how expensive it is to produce ethanol from corn. But where could I find a book covering the salient points on hydrogen fuel cells, coal, diesel engines, nuclear power, solar cells, maglev trains, wind power, geothermal heating, hybrid-electric vehicles, natural gas, and hydropower? And how does each energy source affect global warming and pollution? Alternative Energy for Dummies discusses all these topics and more in a very readable fashion and at an affordable price. I read the book from cover to cover.

⭐As the title suggest, I lost my copy of this from a class set and I needed to buy one from the teacher or find one myself. Overall, I think the book is fine but I must admit it is not as technical as I would like. But hey, if you are buying a book for dummies its going to be in as simple English as is possible.

⭐Although a bit dated this book provides a thorough and comprehensive overview of various alternative energy sources available.

⭐good book

⭐Still it does not mean it won’t work this side of the atlantic. With everybody rushing around being nimbys(not on my backyard) sometimes people lose sight of the aim of alternate energy= to make you independent of monopoly or cartel suppliers. This book gives you ideas of where to start. Environmentalists – who tend to be wealthy, lose sight of the other aspect of alternative energy = low cost. and convenience. The oter aspect that environmentalists lose sight of is the trail of supply. Do you still have a water tank in your domicile? Can you operate without electricity? Photovoltaic panels are very nice but what happens wen the main grid goes down? are you still supplied? Read this book and get a reality check.

⭐Arrived as described.Book is limited in its description.

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