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Science: Renewable and nonrenewable resources

Books in the Stephens Library

This is a small sample of the books available in the Stephens Library. Search the library catalogue or browse the shelves at 333 for additional books.

Keywords

Try using some of the suggested keywords to find suitable online content:

renewable, non-renewable, 'fossil fuels", advantages, disadvantages, limitations, "fact sheet"

Starting your research

An encyclopaeida is a good place to start your research as it will provide you with a broad overview of your topic. Britannica Online will also provide you with related websites.

A dictionary can help you understand any new terms and help you create useful keywords. Dictionaries are located at the Dewey number 423 or use the Merriam-Webster online dictionary.

Search the Library's Worldshare Catalogue

News articles

Provides good discussions of the latest issues regarding different energy sources. A good source of information for providing different perspectives on energy sources.

Online resources

Specific energy sources

Identifying credible information