Solar Power

by Naff, Clay Farris

• ISBN13: 9780737735659
• ISBN10: 0737735651
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2006-12-08
• Publisher: Greenhaven Pr

Summary

Each book in the series focuses on one energy source such as hydrogen, oil, or wind. Volumes trace the development of the technology, examine the controversies surrounding the energy source in a pro-con format, and explore how the source will meet future energy needs.

Table of Contents

Foreword	p. 6
Introduction	p. 8
The Development of Solar Power
A Brief History of Solar Energy	p. 16
How Solar Technology Developed in the Nineteenth Century	p. 21
Discovering How to Turn the Sun's Rays into Electricity	p. 30
How Today's Solar Technology Works	p. 38
Is Solar Power Viable?
Solar Power Can Make America Energy Independent	p. 46
Solar Power Cannot Make America Energy Independent	p. 52
Solar Power Can Benefit Rich Nations	p. 59
Solar Power Is Best Suited for Poor Nations	p. 66
The Future of Solar Energy
American Homes Will Use More Solar Energy	p. 75
Improved Solar Water Heaters Could Lead to Solar Air Conditioning	p. 83
Solar and Hydrogen Energy Will Power Future Homes	p. 88
Satellites Will Supply the Earth with Solar Energy	p. 94
Solar Energy Will Make Drinking Water Safe in Remote Areas	p. 103
Facts About Solar Power	p. 111
Glossary	p. 113
Chronology	p. 116
For Further Reading	p. 120
Index	p. 124
About the Editor	p. 128
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