Clean Science

The clean energy transition is humanity's biggest ever economic challenge. In Powering Up, former Australian chief scientist Alan Finkel shows how to remove the barriers that prevent nations transforming from petrostate to electrostate. Finkel considers the entire supply chain, from raw materials through power infrastructure, the workforce, transportation and household customers. He reveals the outlines of a new geo-economic order and explains in persuasive, practical terms how we can get there.

Jethro finds a woman he thought lost, but her memories have been taken. She has become a clean. Aeons govern and regulate the cities that remain on Earth. From their alien veins springs a substance that allows humans to communicate through telepathy. In their minds lurks the power to remove human memories. Jethro's actions push both him and the clean called Rain into the heart of action and intrigue the likes of which he has never known before.

The end of the Napoleonic wars comes as a relief to Caspar Graysmark, but before he can settle into the comfortable life of an English lord he has a duty to the people of France. A treasure lies hidden in the heart of the forest, stolen gold that would save the lives of many who lost everything during the war. In his quest, Caspar stumbles across a hidden cottage in the woods, and a different sort of treasure altogether.

In Charged, James Morton Turner unpacks the history of batteries to explore why solving "the battery problem" is critical to a clean energy transition. As climate activists focus on what a clean energy future will create the history of batteries offers a sharp reminder of what building that future will consume. With new insight on the consequences for people and communities on the front lines, Turner draws on the past for crucial lessons that will help us build a just and clean energy future, from the ground up.

His smile widens. “Emily.” Did I notice tears prick his eyes before he blinked? “You’re here.” “I’m here,” I sing in Genevieve’s gravely alto tone. He pulls over and turns to look at me. When he doesn’t respond, I ask, “How did you know?” His sly smile makes its appearance. “You did not flash your pouty face and complain about your designer hat or designer shoes getting dirty.” “Ah!” I try to push her back further. She resists at first, but recognizing how Andrew acts when I am present, she allows it. “Genevieve is fun, isn’t she?”

In this short story from New York Times best-selling author Jonathan Maberry, a reporter accompanies a special ops team on a dangerous mission against space pirates.

How do you choose between the love of your life and the life you had before you met him? Laci V’s star is bright. The up-and-coming singer’s concerts are filling stadiums, and her current hit song is soon to be nominated for a Grammy. But after a storm rolls through one of her outdoor concerts, Laci wakes up in 1855.

This is the story of Jake and Anna set against a backdrop of adventure, emotion, and inspiration. The book follows Jake as he travels across time and space into his past and struggles to take the lessons learned in his life and apply them to carefully create a brighter future and save his family.

Strauth despises magic, and despises all those who wield it. When his brother devises a plan to eradicate those responsible for their father’s death, Strauth is eager to join the cause. Then, he receives his new assignment - guarding a witch, while her family is on an errand for the king. When an assassin attempts to kill her, Strauth protects her, nearly losing his own life. Escaping death changes hatred into something new, but the discovery of his brother’s hand in the scheme makes following his heart complicated.

A tarnished, old mirror and a mysterious light send Annie on a fearsome journey to an unfamiliar world where good meets evil. With the captivating young Phoenix as her guide, Annie is forced to trust a supernatural stranger in the battle for her life. But she and this angelic protector have more in common than she knows.… Can she summon the inner strength to fight her demons, redeem both of their past mistakes, and make it back home before it’s too late?

Let your children learn with Diggory Doo, the dragon, about gratitude, appreciation, and thankfulness. Fun, cute, and entertaining with relatable stories, this is a must-have book for parents, teachers, school counselors, and educators to help kids understand the importance of picking up after themselves.

Cremas hidratantes, jabones, serum, bloqueadores, tónicos... ¿cuáles son los mejores productos y cómo combinarlos para tener esa piel limpia y radiante? ¿Y si se requiriera de menos productos para cuidarnos? Estas y más preguntas nos acechan con regularidad, porque los mensajes sanitarios son confusos; y los de la industria de la belleza, contradictorios. En Si nuestra piel hablara, el periodista y especialista en medicina preventiva, James Hamblin, pone sobre la mesa soluciones duraderas y científicas.

In the modern post-flood world, what was once North America, is now the United Islands, where only lands above 5,000 feet remain. Celine is at the top of a cliff, about to be executed for a murder, she didn’t commit. At the last horrifying second, she’s rescued by a brother she didn’t know she had, and Luck, a man she had a brief but wonderful interlude with earlier in the day. After a nail-biting escape from Ponderosa Island, Celine’s taken to Blackwood, one of the Elite islands where she learns that she’s the princess.

Falsely accused of being the notorious Magic Thief, the non-magic Marcel Ellsworth, Baron of Carrington, wants nothing more than to stay away from enchanters and sorcerers. Unfortunately, he soon discovers his mentor, the Duke of Henly, is head of a family of proud enchanters - and that they’re the next target of the Magic Thief, a servant of the sorcerers.

Amber Wilmington faces a fate that one wouldn't wish on their worst enemy. She and Bobby must do what has to be done to solidify the safety of their future, while the vampires and wizards plot against one another to maintain control of their worlds. An evil darkness is apparent in the small town of Sacrum Valley. Vengeance is desired. Decisions were made and now the consequence must be met. Protection is relevant for the wizards, and the vampires seek the upper hand.

After barely surviving thieving, bloodthirsty pirates and a harrowing quest at sea to retrieve her stolen treasure, Kora finds readjusting to palace life just as deadly. Her people openly turn against her, threatening to overthrow her as heir to the throne due to fear of her magical powers. When Dionysus puts out a challenge to kill the girl with the golden touch and burn down her kingdom, it’s not just her future on the throne in danger. Kora’s life and entire kingdom are now on contract.

Antonio, a merchant sailor, has no idea how dangerous Fina Perona is when he rescues her from drowning in the middle of the Lingering Sea. His ship is headed to the home Fina just abandoned, carrying desperately needed payment for her father's prized wine stores. Pirates attack, and as Antonio and Fina escape the clutches of slavery, she steals back her family's small fortune from the pirate captain's quarters. Fina doesn't need Antonio's protection - she's more dangerous than he could ever be - but she needs his experience as a navigator.

Coral has always been different, standing out from her mermaid sisters in a society where blending in is key. Worse yet, she fears she has been afflicted with the dreaded Disease said to be carried by humans - emotions. Her sister had the Disease, and Red Tide took her away. Will it come for Coral next? Above the sea, Brooke has nothing left to give. Depression and anxiety have left her feeling isolated. Forgotten. The only thing she can rely on is the numbness she finds within the cool and comforting ocean waves. If only she weren’t stuck at a new group-therapy home.

New York Times best-selling author MarcyKate Connolly continues her Twin Daggers series with Heartless Heirs. After escaping Palinor’s dungeon, twins Aissa and Zandria search for answers behind their unique magical bloodline, as well as ways to unite their Magi people and the Technocrats - and save the Technocrat prince Aissa is heart-bonded with.

We have reached a critical tipping point in our fight for the environment: Corporations profit off climate change, natural disasters devastate homes, and the most vulnerable suffer the health effects of pollution. Yet our laws are designed to accommodate this destruction rather than prevent it. Without government support, it's no wonder people feel powerless. But there is a solution. In The Green Amendment, veteran environmentalist Maya K. van Rossum presents her radically simple plan for a green future.