Richard Spilsbury

Water, Wave, and Tidal Power Richard Spilsbury

Brief Description: This book explains how water can generate energy and could become a viable alternative to fossil fuels. Marc Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 32) and index.; This book explains how water can generate energy and could become a viable alternative to fossil fuels.. Table of Contents: Water Power as an Energy Resource -- Hydroelectric Power -- Hydroelectric Dams -- Hydroelectricity and the Environment -- Impacts of Dams on People -- Hydroelectric Power without Dams -- Tidal Power -- Wave Power -- Problems with Tidal and Wave Power -- Demand and Supply of Water Power -- How Governments Affect Water Power -- New Water Power Technology -- The Future for Water Power -- Water Activity -- Water Topics and Glossary -- Further Information, Web Sites and Index. Review Citations:

School Library Journal 11/01/2011 pg. 32 (EAN 9781448852635, Library Binding)

Contributor Bio:  Spilsbury, Louise Louise Spilsbury is a very experienced author of nonfiction books for young people. Her writing covers a wide range of topics from animals and science to history and social studies.