Foreword -- Energy alternatives at a glance -- Overview -- Are alternative energy sources necessary? -- Primary source quotes -- Facts and illustrations -- What alternative energy sources should be pursued? -- Primary source quotes -- Facts and illustrations -- Can alternative energy be used for transportation? -- Primary source quotes -- Facts and illustrations -- How will increased use of energy alternatives impact society? -- Primary source quotes -- Facts and illustrations -- Key people and advocacy groups -- Chronology -- Related organizations -- For further research -- Source notes -- List of illustrations -- Index -- About the author.