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National Academy of Sciences - National Research Council, Washington, DC. Commission on Natural Resources. – 1977
This report is one of a series prepared by the National Research Council for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. This report takes a critical look at the relationship of energy and the environment and focuses on three main policy questions: (1) Do environmental regulations make too great a demand on scarce resources of energy and the…
Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Energy, Energy Conservation, Environmental Education
Brown, Lester R.; And Others – 1990
As the world enters the last decade of the 20th century, the environmental problems facing human societies have been given increased emphasis in world policy debates. The goal of the Worldwatch Institute is to help raise the level of public understanding of global environmental threats to the point where the public will support policies needed to…
Descriptors: Air Pollution, Conservation (Environment), Energy Conservation, Environmental Education
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
Energy Research and Development Administration, Washington, DC. – 1977
This booklet from the Energy Research and Development Administration presents a plan for the energy research development and dissemination activities of the Federal government. The discussions highlight present and proposed energy RD&D efforts and mention areas of needed research. Chapter titles, which indicate contents, are: (1) Understanding…
Descriptors: Energy, Energy Conservation, Environmental Research, Futures (of Society)
Pennsylvania State Dept. of Education, Harrisburg. – 1975
This text was written to accompany a course concerning the need, environmental costs, and benefits of electrical power generation. It was compiled and written by a committee drawn from educators, health physicists, members of industry and conservation groups, and environmental scientists. Topics include: the increasing need for electrical power,…
Descriptors: Adult Education, College Science, Curriculum, Electrical Systems
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
Rothkrug, Paul, Ed.; Olson, Robert L., Ed. – 1991
This anthology contains essays that describe ongoing attempts to find strategies and solutions to the massive environmental problems. The book is written from the conviction that people can create an ecologically sustainable, economically productive society. There are five sections with 12 chapters and five appendices. The book begins with a…
Descriptors: Agriculture, Consumer Protection, 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
Barnaby, Charles S.; And Others – 1978
This publication provides information about present uses of solar energy for space, water, and swimming pool heating that are practical for the San Francisco Bay area. It attempts to provide interested persons with the information needed to make decisions regarding installations of solar heating systems. The point of view taken is that any…
Descriptors: Building Conversion, Building Systems, Climate Control, Cost Effectiveness
Cook, Earl – 1977
This paper, intended for instructors and students in undergraduate courses in geography and environmental studies, discusses the significance of energy to our life and our life-styles. The document is designed to be used in a variety of ways--as background reading for a mini-conference on energy legislation and the geographic problems that are…
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Conservation Education, Depleted Resources, Energy
Wilke, Richard J., Ed. – 1993
This handbook is one of a series of practical references for curriculum developers, education faculty, veteran teachers, and student teachers. The handbook is designed to provide information on the background of environmental education (EE) curriculum, as well as current, comprehensive information on publications, standards, and special materials…
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Guides, Educational Assessment
Westerman, Marty – 1993
This book aims to help camp directors and programmers evaluate the environmental impact of camp practices, make informed environmental choices, and make environmental awareness a habit in all operations and activities. Section 1 discusses developing a personal environmental philosophy, and considering possibilities for camp environmental action in…
Descriptors: Camping, Check Lists, Conservation Education, Conservation (Environment)
Hayes, Denis – 1976
This publication is the sixth in a series of papers on global environmental issues. This paper evaluates the future of nuclear power, subjecting it to several tests: (1) economics; (2) safety; (3) adequacy of fuel supplies; (4) environmental impact; and (5) both national and international security. Section headings include: (1) The nuclear fuel…
Descriptors: Economics, Energy Conservation, Environmental Education, Environmental Influences
Dix, Samuel M. – 1977
This publication provides a basic analysis of the nation's energy status and attempts to relate a realistic projection of the future. It projects available alternatives to a total economic collapse considering the lack of a national energy policy at the time of writing. The three parts of this publication examine the energy dilemma, present…
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Books, Economic Factors, Economics
1998
The environmental education curriculum called Environment ACTION is designed to empower students with the knowledge and skills necessary to make meaningful environmental changes. This module provides step-by-step instructions on how to explore the sources, production, uses, and environmental effects of energy in their schools and home. There are…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Energy Conservation, Environmental Education, Hands on Science
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