Energy Independence Your Everyday Guide To

Fossil fuels-oil, coal, and natural gas-make up 90 percent of the world's energy sources. They provoke wars, make us ill, and endanger the planet. They're running out-and, in case you haven't noticed, they cost a lot these days. Have you ever felt like declaring your independence? Can the average homeowner begin to move away from traditional energy sources without pulling out of society? The answer is Yes! A revolution is afoot and it's happening quietly in homes across America and beyond.

Christine Woodside is an environmental reporter and award-winning journalist. Her work has appeared in the New York Times, Washington Post, Woman’s Day, Christian Science Monitor, and Hartford Courant. She lives in Deep River, Connecticut.

Introduction: Why You Need This Book	p. ix
The Situation Today: Oil Still Rules	p. 1
Demystifying Solar Energy	p. 21
Wind Generators at Home	p. 44
Other Technologies: Fuel Cells, Biodiesel Fuel, and Geothermal Heat Pumps	p. 55
Heating with Wood	p. 70
Harnessing a Backyard Stream: Micro-Hydroelectric Systems	p. 83
Alternative Cars	p. 92
Conservation: Not a New Idea	p. 104
Conservation Tips	p. 118
An Appliance Manifesto	p. 141
Where to Learn More	p. 151
Notes	p. 166
Index	p. 180
About the Author	p. 190
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Energy Independence Your Everyday Guide To Reducing Fuel Consumption

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