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When the Circuit Breaks: America's Energy Crisis (Part I) - The Energy Crisis of the 1970's. All forms of energy have circuit breakers; when demand exceeds supply, the circuit breaks; when several supplies cease at the same time, we have the energy crisis. Looks at how demand is gaining on supply, and looks to the future to see what new sources of energy show the greatest promise. Showsthe reticence with which Americans and their government addressed sustainable energy issues. Promotes the achievement of U.S. self-sufficiency in energy by 1985.