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  Hot, Flat, and Crowded

  Why We Need a Green Revolution—and How it Can Renew America

  by Thomas L. Friedman

  A New York Times Book Review Notable Book of the Year A Washington Post Best Book of the Year A Businessweek Best Business Book of the Year A Chicago Tribune Best Book of the Year   In this brilliant, essential book, Thomas L. Friedman speaks to America’s need for national renewal, and explains how a green revolution is the only way to secure our children’s future. Global warming, rapidly... (more)
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  Solar

  by Ian McEwan

  An engrossing, satirical and very funny new novel on climate change by bestselling author, Ian McEwan.
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  The Middle of Somewhere

  by J. B. Cheaney

  Veronica Sparks is hitting the road! She has practically memorized Seize the Way: Ten Weeks to SuperSize Your Life! and she is going to shake the dust of her little town off her shoes and see the world! Well, someday. For now she's hitting the road in an RV with her cantankerous grandfather at the wheel and her hyperactive little brother in the backseat. Ronnie's grandfather is a wind prospector, and they are... (more)
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  Prophecy: What Could Be

  by Brannon M. Drees

  We are 20% of the world’s population that uses 80% of its resources. See how and why we could and should end world poverty and make sure every child gets adequate water, food, healthcare, shelter, education, opportunity, and hope. We can also save the environment in the process. Terms discussed and defined include: Aquaculture; Biodiesel; Carbon Neutrality; Cookie Cutter Condos; Deforestation; Desalination;... (more)
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  Fueling the Planet

  The Past, Present, and Future of Energy

  by Michael B. McElroy

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  Creatures of the Lake

  by R. E. Rowe

  Thirteen-year-old Bud Thompson couldn't care less about being popular. Instead, he loves to dream up cool inventions like those of his heroes-Edison, Tesla, Ford, and his workaholic father. After Bud becomes the youngest Space Center intern ever, he learns that he and his sister Sara will be traveling with their father on an exciting assignment to explore life-forms below the ice sheet in the Antarctica. Bud is... (more)
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  Powering the Dream

  The History and Promise of Green Technology

  by Alexis Madrigal

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  The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Young Readers Edition by Kamkwamba, William, Mealer, Bryan (1/19/2012)

  by William, Mealer, Bryan Kamkwamba

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  The Pros and Cons of Wind Power (The Energy Debate)

  by Richard Spilsbury

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  Wind Power

  by Tea Benduhn

  Book Details: Format: Paperback Publication Date: 7/1/2008 Pages: 24 Reading Level: Age 7 and Up
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  Diary of a Wimpy Kid Complete 5-Book Set: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: A Novel in Cartoons, Diary of a Wimpy Kid 2: Roderick Rules, Diary of a Wimpy Kid 3: The Last Straw, Diary of a Whimpy Kid Book 4: Dog Days and Diary of a Wimpy Kid Do-It-Yourself Book (Diary of a Whimpy Kid, 1-5)

  by Jeff Kinney

  All 5 hardcover books currently in the series: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: A Novel in Cartoons, Diary of a Wimpy Kid 2: Roderick Rules, Diary of a Wimpy Kid 3: The Last Straw, Diary of a Whimpy Kid Book 4: Dog Days and Diary of a Wimpy Kid Do-It-Yourself Book
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  Alternative Energy: Facts, Statistics, and Issues (Alternative Energy)

  by Paula Berinstein

  Rising gas and utility prices, to say nothing of growing concerns about global warming, are fueling increased interest in alternative energy. Finding comprehensive information on this popular topic can be tough. Written for the layperson, this book is a one-stop source of information about alternative energy forms, in a world that needs it more than ever.
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  Windpower Workshop

  by Hugh Piggott

  As the true costs of fossil fuels are revealed, the ancient art of windpower is making a steady comeback, and many countries are promoting wind energy generation as part of a drive toward a sustainable future. Yet many environmental enthusiasts prefer a more do-it-yourself approach. Windpower Workshop provides all the essential information for the individual wanting to build and maintain a windpower system for... (more)
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  Energia Eolica Practica / Wind Energy Basics

  by Paul Gipe

• Energia Eolica, LaCabrero Deleito

  

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  Energia Eolica, La

  by Cabrero Deleito

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  Wind Energy Technology

  by John F. Walker

  Wind Energy Technology is a detailed study of our understanding of the wind and its conversion into useful energy. The book goes beyond this to examine the planning of an entire wind project. In keeping with the aims of the series, it considers economic and environmental issues and how a wind farm connects into the electricity network. It covers mainly horizontal-axis machines, although brief reference is made to... (more)
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  Real Goods Independent Living Book

  Wind Power

  Renewable Energy for Home, Farm, and Business

  by Paul Gipe

  Wind energy today is a booming worldwide industry. The technology has truly come of age, with better, more reliable machinery and a greater understanding of how and where wind power makes sense--from the independent homestead to a grid-connected utility-wide perspective. Heightened concerns about our environment mean that this resurgence of interest in wind--a natural and widespread power source--is here to stay. ... (more)
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  From Eco-Cities to Living Machines: Principles of Ecological Design

  by Nancy Jack Todd

  From Eco-cities to Living Machines presents the ecologically-based working designs and prototypes of biologist John Todd and writer and environmental activist Nancy Todd. Since 1969 with the founding of New Alchemy Institute on Cape Cod, the Todds have become known world-wide for their leadership in the restoration of pure water, bioremediation of wild aquatic environments, food production, and urban design. In... (more)
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  Discovering Windmills (Discovering Books)

  by John Norman Thatcher Vince

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  The Wind at Work: An Activity Guide to Windmills

  by Gretchen Woelfle

  Gretchen Woelfle traces the history of windmills and how their design and function have changed over times and includes more than a dozen wind-related activities such as making a wind sock and wind vane, cooking a traditional windmiller meal, sewing windmill patterns, and keeping track of a household's energy use. 75 b&w photos, 14 illus., 15 charts & graphs.