With this resource, users join investigators in the exploration of humans' use of and dependence on the many energy resources. Learn about new technologies such as carbon capture and sequestration as an alternative to reduce our carbon...

Provides good information about oil made from petroleum. Covers production, offshore drilling, fuel products made from crude oil, the refining process, and environmental issues. Includes helpful charts and maps.

By the end of this section, you will be able to describe the distinction between renewable and nonrenewable energy sources and to explain why the inevitable conversion of energy to less useful forms makes it necessary to conserve energy...

Learn about the many sources of energy used around the world.

Learn about the use of coal as a usable form of electricity, and find out the history of this natural resource.

Students act as detectives and research clues to uncover energy facts. This cooperative learning activity accesses language arts and critical thinking skills as students try to conceal their own energy source while guessing the opposing...