Formation of The Sun and The Planets -- Energy Sources on Earth -- Energy from the Sun -- Energy Without the Sun -- Environmental Concerns Arising from Human Energy Consumption -- Energy Mix Around the World
Summary
The Sun, Energy, and Climate Change conveys one central idea - that we can utilize energy without continuing to harm the planet by increasing our reliance on energy from the sun. This accessible guide stresses the sun's importance as our ultimate energy source by focusing on climate change from an energy perspective and explains the naturally balanced energy transfer from the sun to the earth and society's consumption of this energy. This book is for anyone worried about environmental damage from our reliance on fossil fuels and the global fight against climate change. The key message being we do not have to accept the inevitable and can work to prevent the worst. Written for anyone who cares about climate change; Offers small steps we can take to fight environmental problems related to energy production and consumption; The book provides a concise introduction to energy systems and renewables
