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Eaton, William W. – 1975
Reviewed are technological problems faced in energy production including locating, recovering, developing, storing, and distributing energy in clean, convenient, economical, and environmentally satisfactory manners. The energy resources of coal, oil, natural gas, hydroelectric power, nuclear energy, solar energy, geothermal energy, winds, tides,…
Descriptors: Energy, Energy Conservation, Environment, General Science
Direct linkNational Academies Press, 2007
In a world where advanced knowledge is widespread and low-cost labor is readily available, U.S. advantages in the marketplace and in science and technology have begun to erode. A comprehensive and coordinated federal effort is urgently needed to bolster U.S. competitiveness and pre-eminence in these areas. This congressionally requested report by…
Descriptors: Competition, Public Policy, Federal Government, Technology
Rose, Harvey, Ed. – 1982
Twenty articles addressing different aspects of solar energy are compiled in this book. They represent the views of different governmental and non-governmental organizations, members of congress, and other individuals including, for example, Barry Commoner and Amory Lovins. Topics discussed include the need for federal support, passive solar…
Descriptors: Alternative Energy Sources, Conservation Education, Economic Factors, Energy
Ericson, Katharine – 1980
Solutions to this country's energy problems can be found through a combination of conservation measures and solar technology. Accordingly, this book provides an overview of employment in the solar energy and energy conservation fields, an analysis of related life styles and working situations, a listing of solar energy programs and agencies, and a…
Descriptors: Alternative Energy Sources, Employment Opportunities, Energy, Energy Conservation
Clark, Wilson – 1975
The author initially describes the basic physical principles associated with energy and the rise of energy usage in the United States. Also discussed are the ways energy limits growth and its use in various sectors of society. It is suggested that the decentralization of America's electrical system will save a great deal of energy. A variety of…
Descriptors: Conservation Education, Cost Effectiveness, Electricity, Energy
National Advisory Council on Vocational Education, Washington, DC. – 1977
Rationale and recommendations are presented for vocational education's response to the national energy crisis in light of present involvement and future needs. The problem is stated in terms of the need for training programs in the newer energy technologies, including those related to conservation. Federal policies are outlined, specifically the…
Descriptors: Advisory Committees, Curriculum Development, Educational Needs, Educational Practices
Kao, Kung-yi; And Others – 1978
An intermediate-level textbook intended for those who have had at least 2 1/2 years of Chinese language study is presented. The objective of the text is to assist in developing the reading and conversational skills required for dealing with general topics in the pure and applied sciences. Common terms and concepts from three general fields (Life…
Descriptors: Agriculture, Biological Sciences, Chinese, Electronics Industry
