Includes bibliographical references (p. 159-170) and index

The situation today : oil rules -- Demystifying solar energy -- Wind generators at home -- Other new technologies : hydrogen fuel cells, biodiesel fuel, and geothermal heat pumps -- Heating with wood -- Harnessing a backyard stream : micro-hydroelectric systems -- -- Alternative cars -- Conservation : not a new idea -- Conservationtips -- An appliance manifesto