The modern world needs an endless amount of energy to operate. Finding ways to power our world, however, isn’t as easy as it once was. Readers will discover what science is doing to help keep our planet sustainable for the future by exploring the science behind energy production and what we can do to prevent our natural resources from running out. A "Winning or Losing?" feature updates readers on the latest in man’s struggle with oil consumption and the search for sustainable resources, while "Breaking Through" chronicles the cutting edge science that gives our smartest scholars the tools necessary for victory.