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Renewable Energy : Power for a Sustainable Future
The provision of sustainable energy supplies for an expanding and increasingly productive world is one of the major issues facing civilisation today. Renewable Energy examines both the practical and economic potential of the renewable energy sources to meet this challenge.The underlying physical and technological principles behind deriving power from direct solar (solar thermal and photovoltaics), indirect solar (biomass, hydro, wind and wave) and non-solar (tidal and geothermal) energy sources are explained, within the context of their environmental impacts, their economics and their future prospects. Renewable Energy provides both perspective and detail on the relative merits and state of progress of technologies for utilizing the various 'renewables'.The analysis considers emissions, sustainability, cost implications and energy security, as political and economic pressures move society towards a low-carbon future.From an overview of basic energy conversion processes, through a discussion of the individual renewable sources, to a concluding examination of the prospects for their integration into national and international networks and the outlook for renewable energy, this book provides a valuable insight into prospects for the renewables. Online resources Renewable Energy is accompanied by online resources which include: For students:· Auto- marked multiple choice questions to accompany each chapter· Curated links to further information and up-to-date energy statistics.For registered adopters of the book:· Figures from the book: available to download for use in lectures
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Energy / People / Buildings : Making sustainable architecture work
Energy performance feedback is an essential tool in addressing the current climate crisis.However, this is not simply another theoretical text about energy performance in buildings.This book is for anyone who wants to better understand how energy is used in buildings, and how to drive down operational energy use – whether you’re an architect, student, client, building services engineer, contractor, building operator or other stakeholder.Focusing on evidence from feedback on buildings in use, it explains what it takes to get them to perform as expected, as well as the reasons why they often fail.Energy, People, Buildings draws extensively on the findings of studies, UK government-funded building performance evaluations and on original research into seven case studies from across the UK and abroad that have achieved exemplary energy use through building performance feedback.Providing a clear roadmap to understanding aspects that impact building users’ comfort and satisfaction, it also outlines the factors behind energy use and how to track it across the life of a project to ensure that your building performs as intended. Case studies include: the Everyman Theatre, Liverpool; Rocky Mountain Institute Innovation Center, Colorado; and Carrowbreck Meadow, Norwich.Featured architects: AHMM, AHR, Architype, Hamson Barron Smith, Haworth Tompkins, Henning Larsen Architects and ZGF Architects.
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Renewable Energy & Green Technology
This book explains all the basic and advanced concepts of Renewable Energy. The explanation is in a very simple English language. Moreover, It covers the most probable objective and subjective questions and answers for practice.The explanations are very specific and exam-oriented too. All the UG, PG students, research scholars, and competitive exam aspirants can take the benefit from this book.
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Microbial Biofuel : A Sustainable Source of Renewable Energy
Microbial Biofuel: A Sustainable Source of Renewable Energy explores microbial biofuel production from a technical standpoint addressing a wide range of topics including bio alcohol, biodiesel, biohydrogen, biomethane, biohythane, jet fuel, drop-in fuel, bioelectricity, bio-oil, biomass to biofuel, carbon capture, and more. Each chapter provides an in-depth examination of a specific biofuel type, discussing the underlying science, production processes, challenges, and its potential applications.The title draws examples from the latest research and advancements in the field, including cutting-edge technologies, methodologies, and case studies.It covers advances in fermentation strategies and commercial scale implementation of microbial technology for biofuel production along with comprehensive information on bio alcohol, biodiesel, biohydrogen, biomethane etc.The book explores practical applications of microbial biofuels and uses real life examples and case studies.Moreover, the book addresses sustainability and environmental benefits of using renewable energy. The title is an ideal read for graduate students and researchers specialising in bioenergy and chemical engineering.
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Why are these people always more innovative?
These people are always more innovative because they are open-minded and willing to think outside the box. They are constantly seeking new solutions and approaches to problems, and are not afraid to take risks. They also have a strong drive to continuously improve and find better ways of doing things. Additionally, they are often well-connected and able to collaborate with others to generate new ideas and bring them to fruition.
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Is solar energy renewable?
Yes, solar energy is renewable because it is derived from the sun, which is a virtually limitless source of energy. The sun's energy is constantly being replenished and will continue to do so for billions of years. This makes solar energy a sustainable and renewable source of power that can be harnessed for electricity generation and other applications.
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What is renewable energy?
Renewable energy is energy that is collected from resources that are naturally replenished on a human timescale, such as sunlight, wind, rain, tides, waves, and geothermal heat. These sources of energy are considered sustainable because they are naturally replenished and do not deplete finite resources. Renewable energy is seen as a cleaner and more environmentally friendly alternative to fossil fuels, as it produces lower levels of greenhouse gas emissions and reduces our dependence on non-renewable resources.
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What are renewable resources and renewable energy sources?
Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replenished or regenerated over time, such as sunlight, wind, and water. Renewable energy sources are sources of energy that come from these renewable resources, such as solar power, wind power, hydropower, and geothermal energy. These sources of energy are considered sustainable and environmentally friendly because they do not deplete the Earth's resources and produce lower levels of greenhouse gas emissions compared to fossil fuels.
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Renewable Energy in Power Systems
An up to date account of renewable sources of electricity generation and their integration into power systems With the growth in installed capacity of renewable energy (RE) generation, many countries such as the UK are relying on higher levels of RE generation to meet targets for reduced greenhouse gas emissions.In the face of this, the integration issue is now of increasing concern, in particular to system operators. This updated text describes the individual renewable technologies and their power generation characteristics alongside an expanded introduction to power systems and the challenges posed by high levels of penetrations from such technologies, together with an account of technologies and changes to system operation that can ease RE integration. Features of this edition: Covers power conditioning, the characteristics of RE generators, with emphasis on their time varying nature, and the use of power electronics in interfacing RE sources to gridsOutlines up to date RE integration issues such as power flow in networks supplied from a combination of conventional and renewable energy sourcesUpdated coverage of the economics of power generation and the role of markets in delivering investment in sustainable solutionsConsiders the challenge of maintaining power balance in a system with increasing RE input, including recent moves toward power system frequency support from RE sourcesOffers an insightful perspective on the shape of future power systems including offshore networks and demand side managementIncludes worked examples that enhance this edition’s suitability as a textbook for introductory courses in RE systems technology Firmly established as an essential reference, the Second Edition of Renewable Energy in Power Systems will prove a real asset to engineers and others involved in both the traditional power and fast growing renewables sector.This text should also be of particular benefit to students of electrical power engineering and will additionally appeal to non-specialists through the inclusion of background material covering the basics of electricity generation.
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Sustainable Energy in Central Asia : Transition Towards Renewable Energy Sources in Uzbekistan
This book argues that sustainable energy development represents a new frontier for many transitional economies, including those countries that are well endowed with traditional energy resources, as exemplified by the case of Uzbekistan in Central Asia.The book highlights the challenges and issues faced by the energy sector in countries which are undergoing a transition from government-led economic models to open market economies.Using Uzbekistan as a case study, the book demonstrates these challenges, as well as opportunities of being part of an increasingly interconnected global market, to show how governments can ensure inclusive economic growth and build pathways toward sustainable development by deploying renewable energy sources (RES).By applying the Quadruple Bottom Line strategy as a conceptual framework to evaluate social, economic, and environmental benefits and governance as a key dynamic component, the book includes recommendations for implementing a transition strategy to renewable energy consumption for developing countries and offers insights into ways of dealing with government policy in post-Soviet countries. Presenting a holistic approach to promoting RES deployment in Uzbekistan and elsewhere, this book will be of interest to researchers interested in energy transition in developing countries, development economics, Central Asian politics, and the management of natural resources and climate-change issues.
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Sustainable Lessons from People-Friendly Places
Current planning and design modes of cities are facing challenges of philosophy and form.Past approaches no longer sustain new demands and call for innovative thinking.In a world that is becoming highly urbanized, the need for a new outlook is propelled by fundamental global changes that touch upon environmental, economic and social aspects. The book introduces fundamental principles of timely sustainable urban design, paying attention to architecture, integration of natural features, public urban spaces and their successful use.Readers will learn how cities are transitioning to active mobility by placing the wellbeing of citizens at the heart of planning; making buildings fit nature; supporting local culture through preservation; and including community gardens in neighborhoods, among others.Written by a practicing architect, professor and author, the book is richly illustrated and features meticulously selected international case studies.
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Renewable Energy and its Innovative Technologies : Proceedings of ICEMIT 2017, Volume 1
The book features innovative scientific research by scientists, academicians and students, presented at the International Conference on Energy, Materials and Information Technology, 2017 at Amity University Jharkhand, India.Covering all the promising renewable energies and their related technologies, such as wind, solar and biomass energy, it compiles current important scientific research in this field and addresses how it can be applied in an interdisciplinary manner.The selected conference papers provide important data and parameters for utilizing the main potential renewable energies, and allowing an economic and environmental assessment. The book is a valuable resource for all those who are interested in the physical and technical principles of promising ways to utilize various renewable energies.
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What are renewable and non-renewable energy sources?
Renewable energy sources are those that can be replenished naturally and are not depleted when used, such as solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal energy. These sources are sustainable and have minimal impact on the environment. Non-renewable energy sources, on the other hand, are finite and cannot be replenished in a short period of time, such as fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas. These sources are not sustainable and contribute to environmental pollution and climate change.
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Are renewable resources the same as sustainable resources?
Renewable resources and sustainable resources are related concepts but not exactly the same. Renewable resources are those that can be replenished naturally over time, such as sunlight, wind, and water. Sustainable resources, on the other hand, refer to resources that are managed in a way that meets current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. While renewable resources are often considered sustainable, not all sustainable resources are necessarily renewable, as some non-renewable resources can be managed in a way that ensures their long-term availability.
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Is nuclear energy a renewable energy source?
No, nuclear energy is not considered a renewable energy source. While nuclear power plants do not emit greenhouse gases during operation, they rely on uranium as a fuel source, which is a finite resource. Once uranium is used up, it cannot be replaced, making nuclear energy non-renewable. Additionally, the process of mining and refining uranium can have negative environmental impacts.
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Does renewable energy generate energy or electricity?
Renewable energy generates electricity. Renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal power are used to generate electricity through various technologies. For example, solar panels convert sunlight into electricity, wind turbines harness the power of the wind to generate electricity, and hydroelectric power plants use the energy of flowing water to produce electricity. Therefore, renewable energy is a key source of electricity generation that can help reduce reliance on fossil fuels and mitigate climate change.
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