Understanding how economic forces work - and how they influence individuals, families, businesses, and communities - is becoming an imperative for every citizen. "The Greenwood Guides to Business and Economics" are designed to improve business and economic literacy by demystifying these topics, making them accessible to students, researchers, educators, and general readers. The volumes were selected by an Editorial Advisory Board of distinguished leaders in business, academe, and think tanks. They cover all major components of the U.S. and international economies.Volumes features: a glossary of key terms; charts, graphs, and illustrations; references and related resources; and, index.This book dissects all major sources of energy, from oil and coal to renewables like solar and wind power. In an easy, understandable style, it explains how each fits into the overall global energy mix that powers everything from autos to space stations.Chapters cover: the supply and demand of energy sources; the reliability of each source; the economics behind the cost of energy; the environmental impact; how energy policy is made; and, the impact of renewable energy.