Concerned about our energy future? Turn to this guide for easy-to-grasp and up-to-date coverage of the many aspects of the energy value chain:

• Oil and natural gas

• Coal

• Fossil fuels and the greenhouse effect

• Energy from water

• Biomass

• Solar energy

• Geothermal energy

• Wind energy

• Nuclear energy

• Electricity

• Energy storage

• Transportation

• Housing

• Smart energy consumption

• Hydrogen

Armed with the knowledge in this book, students, teachers, decision-makers, politicians, and consumers can form educated and informed opinions on the future of energy and its impact on the economy, health, and the environment.