Energy

Energy is the ability to do work. The two different types of energy are kinetic and potential. Kinetic energy is energy in motion and potential energy is energy that is stored. Energy is measured in units which are BTU (British thermal unit) and a joule. The Law of Conservation of Energy states that energy can't be created or destroyed, but it can be changed in form. Heat is a form of energy that comes in …

…the natural gas that we buy from them just like the electrical power. Natural gas burns very cleanly with very little pollution. One-half of California's energy goes into powering vehicles. Oil made into gasoline and diesel fuels are the main source of energy for cars, trucks, busses, and other vehicles. Gasoline and diesel are transported to service stations in large tanker trucks. Fuels other than gasoline and diesel are being used in alternative fuel vehicles.