Next generation energy.

What is energy? -- Solar energy is nuclear energy -- Collecting the heat of the sun -- Electric light -- Other things the sun can do -- Solar energy by design -- Solar power problems -- Making solar power -- The solar leaders -- Midnight sun vs. tropical sun -- Solar power in space -- The challenges ahead -- Power up!

"The endless and enormous power of the sun provides life to all organisms on Earth, from the smallest plant to the largest animal. This awesome power is being used today to provide a rich and abundant source of energy in many parts of the world, and to operate machinery and heat and light buildings. Discover how the sun is powering our planet, the technology used to harness it, and what the future of solar power could be."--

Ages 10-14

Grades 7 to 8

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