The wide variety of energy sources that are in use is examined and presents a overview of the technology of the energy with emphasis on the future harnessing of energies that will help to protect the environment and help to reduce global warming. Includes color photographs, charts and graphs, process diagrams, recommended books and web sites, table of contents, glossary, and index. 48 pages.

Includes index.

The world's energy sources -- Fossil fuels -- Nuclear power -- Never-ending energy -- Biomass-the world of living things -- Power from above and below -- What does the future hold?.