Bioenergy - Graham

In books for children of this age, alternative energy is often treated as one topic, either in a single book or relegated to the last chapter in a volume on energy. After the oil crisis of the early 1970's the subject underwent considerable research, and alternative energy projects are now in operation around the world. As well as examining these economically viable schemes, the series discusses possiblities for the future. These are likely to be increasingly relevant as environmental concerns assume more importance.;This book shows how bio-mass can be used to replace fossil fuels in different ways and explores the environmental implications of such use. The author establishes that in using bio-fuels we are continuing an age-old tradition. He discusses the advances in such use, made possible by scientific progress, and goes on to examine specific schemes around the world and different ways of using bio-energy. Also included is a glossary of difficult and technical terms, an index and an international list of addresses from which further information can be obtained with suggestions for further reading.