Energy Independence: Your Everyday Guide to Reducing Fuel Consumption

By: Christine Woodside

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Synopsis: Energy Independence is the essential guide to the most viable and affordable alternative energy solutions for the everyday consumer—including solar panels, wind generators, hydrogen fuel cells, wood, hydro-electric, geothermal heat pumps, and more. For all those seeking either to supplement their traditional fuel-burning furnace or to revamp their home, this book has what they need to get started. They&’ll learn about the most progressive and advanced options as well as tried and true energy conservation techniques. They&’ll learn how much each method costs, and how quickly they will recoup any investment. Also including a chapter on alternative-fuel cars, this book has been revised and updated with the most recent stats, technology, costs, and advice. It is a must for anyone—urbanite, suburbanite, or rural dweller—who relies on traditional oil-burning sources but has decided it&’s high time to be proactive both about cutting fuel costs and achieving freedom from fossil fuel dependence.