Yasmin Ali

'Highly engaging' MIKE BERNERS-LEE 'Fascinating and insightful' MARK MIODOWNIK 'A stimulating and affable overview of how major feats of engineering can help the world beat the climate crisis' NEW STATESMAN __________ We rarely think about the energy systems that prop up our existence. With hot water, lighting and digital entertainment all available at the flick of a switch, it's easy to underestimate the vast global network that makes these things possible. In Power Up engineer Yasmin Ali takes us on a journey across the globe to reveal the bigger picture, from solar farms shimmering in the desert to power stations hidden deep in the mountains. We discover where we get energy from, how it is moved and used around the world - and why we need to understand the whole system if we want to transition towards a clean, green future. Power Up is a definitive picture of the intricate world that humanity has built, and a rallying cry to face the challenges of climate change using the power at our fingertips.

'A stimulating and affable overview of how major feats of engineering can help the world beat the climate crisis.' NEW STATESMAN'A highly engaging personal account of changes in our complex energy system to enable a low carbon world.' MIKE BERNERS-LEE'This hugely readable energy odyssey is now part of my climate change crib sheet.' HELEN ARNEY----------Readers are loving Power Up:'A timely and crucial read in today's environmentally conscious context.' ?????'For anyone curious about energy's role in our world and our future.' ?????'An excellent educational tool.' ?????'A deep dive into this complex world.' ?????'There is something in here for everyone.' ?????'Manages to make complicated ideas very simple.' ?????----------A behind-the-scenes tour of the energy system and an essential tool in understanding the challenges of climate change. We rarely think about the energy systems that prop up our existence. With hot water, lighting and digital entertainment all available at the flick of a switch, it's easy to underestimate the vast global network that makes these things possible. In Power Up engineer Yasmin Ali takes us on a journey across the globe to reveal the bigger picture, from solar farms shimmering in the desert to power stations hidden deep in the mountains. We learn where we get energy from, how it is moved and used around the world - and why we need to understand the whole system if we want to transition towards a clean, green future.

Within the pages of this book you'll find the story of two girls as they run away from home to find a more meaningful way of living. Doubts arise and fear threatens to smother them. Even so, priceless wisdom is gained, along with magic, romance and a touch of insanity.

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want to try something new while traveling? Would you like some guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this book is just for you. Greater Than a Tourist by Yasmin Ali offers the inside scope on Raleigh, North Carolina. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there's nothing wrong with that, as a part of the Greater than a Tourist series this book will give you tips and a bunch of ideas from someone who lives at your next travel destination. In these pages you'll discover local advice that will help you throughout your stay. Greater than a tourist is a series of travel books written by locals. Travel like a local. Get the inside scope. Slow down, stay in one place, take your time, get to know the people and the culture of a place. Try some things off the beaten path with guidance. Patronize local business and vendors when you travel. Be willing to try something new and have the travel experience of a lifetime. By the time you finish this book, you will be excited to travel to your next destination. Ten cents of each book purchased is donated to teaching and learning.