Research Guides: Environmental, Sustainability, and Geographic Studies (EEAS): GEOG 280

Instruction - Fall 2023

Powerpoint coming soon!

Data and Statistics Guide
A curated list of datasets and places to find data, sorted by subject discipline.
Evaluating Sources
Learn about different aspects to consider when choosing to use a source for your assignment.

US Energy Information Administration (EIA)
Explore current and past data and information about various energy sources in the US. Click on Sources & Uses to find your energy source.
US Department of Energy (DOE)
Entity of the US addressing energy, environmental, and nuclear challenges using innovative science and technology solutions.
DOE - Energy Sources
Learn more about energy sources in the US.
USGS - Energy
Explore articles published about various energy topics.

Academic Search Complete (EBSCOhost) This link opens in a new window
You can filter out sources by Images using Image Quick View to find photos, diagrams, charts, graphs, maps, and illustrations.
GreenFile (EBSCOhost) This link opens in a new window
A collection of scholarly, government and general interest titles covering all aspects of human impact to the environment in a variety of disciplines.
Access provided by KYVL.
ProQuest Databases This link opens in a new window
Select Publications to find newspaper articles about your weather event.
Opposing Viewpoints in Context This link opens in a new window
Good for finding pros/cons. Search or browse for your topic.

Library OneSearch
One-Search is our "Google for the Library." Click WKU Library Catalog to find just books. Run your search and check the peer-reviewed box to find just peer-reviewed articles.