Energy

This is one of a series on ‘21st-century Science’. The main forms and sources of energy and their advantages and disadvantages are clearly and succinctly described in a series of usefully-illustrated spreads. Recent developments in technology of energy production are carefully explained. Fossil, nuclear, wind, geothermal, solar, hydropower, tidal and biofuel sources are covered. Prospects for hydrogen are considered. There are a glossary and an index; lists of books to read and websites to consult are lacking from an otherwise admirable volume.