Alternative & Renewable

This book discusses the biorefinery of biomass feedstocks. In-depth chapters highlight the scientific and technical aspects and present a techno-economic analysis of such systems. By using a TEA approach, the authors present feasible pathways for the...

The potential of wave power lies in waves' kinetic energy. Waves have a far greater energy density than wind or solar and can generate between 24-70 kW per meter of wave. The global tidal energy potential is estimated to be 3 TW, with approximately 1 TW...

This work presents a comprehensive investigation of the most significant renewable hydrogen production processes. Technical, economic and ecological studies are described for the processes of steam reforming of ethanol, natural gas and biogas; water...

In solar cell production, metallization is the manufacturing of metal contacts at the surfaces of solar cells in order to collect the photo-generated current for use. Being one of the most expensive steps in solar cell fabrication, it plays both an...

This book contains selected papers presented during the World Renewable Energy Congress (WREC) 2020 at the Instituto Superior Tecnico in Lisbon. The WREC is dedicated to promoting renewable energy global development, and features top international...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780750348690Author Yurong RenFormat HardbackPage Count 178Imprint Institute of Physics PublishingPublisher Institute of Physics PublishingWeight(grams)...

This book highlights the importance of geothermal energy by studying its potential either alone or in combination with solar energy, focusing on its industrial application. Its starting point is to identify in a thorough and precise manner the barriers...

Low dimensional systems have revolutionized the science and technology in several areas. However, their understanding is still a great challenge for the scientific community. Solar energy conversion devices based on nanostructured materials have shown...

Foresight is a vital prerequisite in order to bring our current energy system onto the path of sustainable development. Which technologies may be available in 25 years from now? Which technologies will be needed in the future? The European Energy Delphi...

This book provides recent trends and innovation in solar energy. It covers the basic principles and applications of solar energy systems. Various topics covered in this book include introduction and overview of solar energy, solar PV generation, solar...

This book presents novel techniques, current trends, and cutting-edge technologies in energy and biochemical processes. The authors explore recent advances that solve challenges related to the implications and commercialization of these processes by...

This book provides a breadth and depth of innovative and impactful research led by women investigators in the field of renewable energy. This book showcases the diversity of renewable energy solutions being deployed commercially in the United States and...

Solar electricity is a viable, environmentally sustainable alternative to the world's energy supplies. In support, Dr. Krauter thoroughly examines the various technical parameters of photovoltaic systems. Study of performance and yield (including...

This book looks at the success and continuing potential of photovoltaic (PV) technology in combating climate change by harnessing solar energy through building-integrated (BIPV) and building-applied photovoltaics (BAPV). With PV global capacity soaring...

This book describes the challenges and solutions the energy sector faces by shifting towards a hydrogen based fuel economy. The most current and up-to-date efforts of countries and leaders in the automotive sector are reviewed as they strive to develop...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781682864869Author Catherine WaltzFormat HardbackPage Count 235Imprint Syrawood Publishing HousePublisher Syrawood Publishing HouseWeight(grams)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9798869334879Author Solomon D Dawit MatiosFormat PaperbackPage Count 176Imprint REV EngineeringPublisher REV EngineeringWeight(grams) 245gDimensions(mm)...

Small Wind Turbines provides a thorough grounding in analysing, designing, building, and installing a small wind turbine. Small turbines are introduced by emphasising their differences from large ones and nearly all the analysis and design examples refer...

This work presents a comprehensive investigation of the most significant renewable hydrogen production processes. Technical, economic and ecological studies are described for the processes of steam reforming of ethanol, natural gas and biogas; water...

Protection of Wind Turbine Generators Using Microcontroller-Based Applications focuses on the application of microcontrollers in the protection of wind turbine generators. The book looks at the design and implementation of a versatile digital overcurrent...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9798330353446Author Monica RiosFormat PaperbackPage Count 104Imprint Monica RiosPublisher Monica RiosWeight(grams) 152gDimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm * 6mm

Trends and Technological Challenges in Green Energy: Selected Papers from ICGET 2023 offers readers selected and expanded papers from the 2023 8th International Conference on Green Energy Technologies held at the University of the Applied Sciences in...

This book offers a detailed account of how renewable energy has moved from the margins to the mainstream in the UK, and of the battles that have been fought to achieve this, trawling through the often troubled history of government involvement. The...

Wind-Turbine Aerodynamics is a self-contained textbook which shows how to come from the basics of fluid mechanics to modern wind turbine blade design. It presents a fundamentals of fluid dynamics and inflow conditions, and gives a extensive introduction...

District energy (DE) systems use central heating and/or cooling facilities to provide heating and/or cooling services for communities and can be particularly beneficial when integrated with cogeneration plants for electricity and heat. This book provides...

Hydrogen is a key vector towards a future sector-coupled and more integrated energy system. Hydrogen can be used as long term, even seasonal, storage for electricity itself, as well as a fuel in the transport and residential sectors, and as a feedstock...

This book focuses on the current situation of two technologies for electricity production from renewable energy sources, wind and solar photovoltaic energy, analysing and describing both technologies in detail. Four regions of the world, with distinct...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781522560029Author Catalina SpataruFormat HardbackPage Count 172Imprint IGI GlobalPublisher IGI GlobalWeight(grams) 560g

This thesis presents a combination of material synthesis and characterization with process modeling. In it, the CO2 adsorption properties of hydrotalcites are enhanced through the production of novel supported hybrids (carbon nanotubes and graphene...

There is huge potential for smaller wind turbines to provide clean energy around the world. Small wind turbines come in a variety of designs, and have similarities in principles and technology to small hydrokinetic turbines (SHKTs). SHKTs, in turn, can...

This book aims to be the reference book in the area of oxyfuel combustion, covering the fundamentals, design considerations and current challenges in the field. Its first part provides an overview of the greenhouse gas emission problem and the current...

Small Wind Turbines provides a thorough grounding in analysing, designing, building, and installing a small wind turbine. Small turbines are introduced by emphasising their differences from large ones and nearly all the analysis and design examples refer...

This book provides students and practicing engineers with a comprehensive guide to off-grid electrification, from mini-grids, micro-grids and energy kiosks to solar home systems and solar lanterns. Readers will gain a solid technical understanding of...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780750361774Author David S-K. TingFormat HardbackImprint Institute of Physics PublishingPublisher Institute of Physics Publishing

Photovoltaic Device Physics and Materials: Solar Cell, Energy Management, and Retinomorphic Structures, Third Edition reflects that the physics behind these three important photovoltaics applications is the same while the device structure, designs, and...

Towards Future Smart Power Systems with High Penetration of Renewables: Emerging Technologies, New Tools, and Case Studies explores the latest tools and approaches for smart power systems with high-scale integration of renewable energy, covering...

Accelerating Sustainable Aviation Initiatives: Markets, Economics, and Social Issues examines the twin challenges of clean aviation and the industry's ongoing recovery from the COVID-19 crisis. The book looks at integrated technologies and societal...

The book fills the existing gap in the literature on clean and hydrogen combustion technologies for industrial applications. This gas is created due to the absence of a comprehensive textbook that covers such kinds of developments. This book can be used...

This open access book explores the complementarity of hydropower with new energy sources such as solar and wind in the global energy transition. It analyzes the technological advantages, environmental impacts, and economic potential of combining...

HVAC Fundamentals, System Design, Operation, Selection, and Optimization fully covers the full range of HVAC systems used in today's facilities and how they operate. HVAC systems are divided into components and controls for air, water, heating,...