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GEOTHERMAL ENERGY: A RENEWABLE OPTION
Geothermal energy is the immense resource of natural heat that is ever-generating within the Earth's core. This reliable, omnipresent energy source produces clean, reliable energy to dozens of nations around the world. The use of geothermal energy, like that of other renewables, helps conserve depleted fossil fuels, promotes sustainable economies, and contributes to energy security by decreasing dependence on imported fuels.

This fast-moving program is broken into three distinct sections. Part One reviews the history of energy use, energy resources, and current environmental issues, as well as introduces renewable energy sources, emphasizing wind and solar. Part Two continues the discussion of clean renewables ¨C outlining the science, technology, and value of various uses of geothermal energy. Part Three discusses the history of government and utility energy source choices and explains how public policy in the United States affects development of renewable energy sources. Geothermal Energy concludes with questions that inspire reflection about personal and social responsibility, equipping viewers to make simple choices as energy consumers that benefit us all.

Review
~ "A fine overview of an alternative energy source; this is recommended." -Video Librarian
DVD (Region 1, With Study Guide)
Grades 9-Adult
22 minutes
2002
USD 89.95
 
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