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Repowering the Planet
Repowering the Planet
March 2009
Energy for Tomorrow
For 120 years National Geographic has covered the natural environment that sustains our lives. Now our planet is threatened by humanity's bond with fossil fuels. This special issue of National Geographic explores the challenge ahead.

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Features
Aspen Forum
Aspen Environment Forum
Energy experts discuss conservation, innovation, climate change, and more.
Steven Chu
Q&A With Energy Experts
Find out what Obama's new secretary of energy and other experts say about the energy challenges ahead.
Energy Coalplant
Our Energy Challenge
Global warming is not a problem for the future; it's a crisis for this moment. Read more in Bill McKibben's essay.
Price Of Power
The Price of Power
Michelle Nijhuis discusses the relationship between fossil-fuels and community.
Energy Windmills
Paths to the Future
Bill McKibben looks ahead and asks how we'll continue to power the world we're used to living in.
Light Bulb
Green Guide
Get fast facts, buying guides, recipes, and tips to help green your life.
Planet
Preserve Our Planet
Share your passions for conservation, nature, and this amazing, living world.
Dennis Dimmick
Signs From Earth
Executive Editor Dennis Dimick's blog explores the nexus between human aspiration and Earth's ability to sustain it.
Tasha Eichenseher
Blog Central
Science writer Tasha Eichenseher blogs from the Aspen Environment Forum.
Green House
Your Carbon Life
Estimate your household carbon load and see how to make your house eco-friendly.
Earthhour
Photos: Earth Hour
Check out before and after photos from Earth Hour 2009.
Bulb
Video: This Bulb
Natalie Portman, Kyra Sedgwick, and Chloe Sevigny weigh in on how a bulb can make a difference.
Canadian Oil
Video: Canadian Sand Trap
Squeezing oil from tar sands has transformed Alberta, Canada. See the land and listen to residents to learn how.
Iceland
Photos: Iceland's Heated Debate
The people of Iceland awaken to a stark choice: Exploit a wealth of clean energy or keep their landscape pristine?
Biofuels Corn
Biofuels
Compare emerging biofuels and hear about the benefits and potential costs of alternative fuels.
Energy House
Test Your Energy IQ
See how much you know about carbon emissions and how to reduce them.
Remote Control
Electronics Quiz
Which devices in your house use standby power? Test how much you know about electronic waste.
World Oil
World Oil
World oil demand is surging as supplies approach their limits.