Alternative Energy Technician - The Comprehensive Guide
Alternative Energy Technician - The Comprehensive Guide

Author: VIRUTI SHIVAN

Publisher: Viruti Satyan Shivan

Published:

Total Pages: 230

ISBN-13:

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Dive into the essential compendium for aspiring and established alternative energy technicians. "Alternative Energy Technician - The Comprehensive Guide" stands out as the definitive resource in a rapidly evolving field, offering an unparalleled depth of knowledge on sustainable energy solutions. This guide illuminates the path to expertise in solar, wind, hydroelectric, and other renewable energy technologies, providing readers with the tools, techniques, and trends necessary to excel. Crafted by industry experts, it bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application, ensuring that readers are equipped with the most current and comprehensive insights. What sets this guide apart is not just its exhaustive coverage of alternative energy systems but its focus on the future of energy technology. While the absence of images or illustrations is noted for copyright reasons, the rich, detailed narrative compensates, guiding readers through complex concepts with clarity and precision. This book is a beacon for those looking to make a significant impact in the fight against climate change, offering a deep dive into the skills, principles, and innovations driving the alternative energy sector. Whether you're starting your journey or looking to enhance your expertise, this guide is an indispensable ally in navigating the landscape of sustainable energy.

Alternative Energy Systems and Applications
Alternative Energy Systems and Applications

Author: B. K. Hodge

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2017-03-02

Total Pages: 464

ISBN-13: 111910923X

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The comprehensive guide to engineering alternative and renewable energy systems and applications—updated for the latest trends and technologies This book was designed tohelp engineers develop new solutions for the current energy economy. To that end it provides technical discussions, along with numerous real-world examples of virtually all existing alternative energy sources, applications, systems and system components. All chapters focus on first-order engineering calculations, and consider alternative uses of existing and renewable energy resources. Just as important, the author describes how to apply these concepts to the development of new energy solutions. Since the publication of the critically acclaimed first edition of this book, the alternative, renewable and sustainable energy industries have witnessed significant evolution and growth. Hydraulic fracturing, fossil fuel reserve increases, the increasing popularity of hybrid and all-electric vehicles, and the decreasing cost of solar power already have had a significant impact on energy usage patterns worldwide. Updated and revised to reflect those and other key developments, this new edition features expanded coverage of topics covered in the first edition, as well as entirely new chapters on hydraulic fracturing and fossil fuels, hybrid and all-electric vehicles, and more. Begins with a fascinating look at the changing face of global energy economy Features chapters devoted to virtually all sources of alternative energy and energy systems Offers technical discussions of hydropower, wind, passive solar and solar-thermal, photovoltaics, fuel cells, CHP systems, geothermal, ocean energy, biomass, and nuclear Contains updated chapter review questions, homework problems, and a thoroughly revised solutions manual, available on the companion website While Alternative Energy Systems and Applications, Second Edition is an ideal textbook/reference for advanced undergraduate and graduate level engineering courses in energy-related subjects, it is also an indispensable professional resource for engineers and technicians working in areas related to the development of alternative/renewable energy systems.

The Homeowner's Guide to Renewable Energy
The Homeowner's Guide to Renewable Energy

Author: Dan Chiras

Publisher: New Society Publishers

Published: 2011-07-05

Total Pages: 353

ISBN-13: 0865716862

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Presents information on how to improve a home's energy efficiency and switch to renewable energy resourses to provide electricity, hot water, heat, and cooling for a home.

SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC TECHNOLOGY AND SYSTEMS
SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC TECHNOLOGY AND SYSTEMS

Author: CHETAN SINGH SOLANKI

Publisher: PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd.

Published: 2013-01-11

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 8120347110

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This comprehensive training manual discusses the various aspects of solar PV technologies and systems in a student-friendly manner. The text deals with the topics such as solar radiation, various types of batteries, their measurements and applications in SPV systems emphasiz-ing the importance of solar PV technology in renewable energy scenario. It also discusses the method of estimating energy requirement, SPV modules, their formations and connection to arrays, grid-connected SPV captive power systems, tips over troubleshooting of components used in solar PV system, and system designs with plenty of illustrations on all topics covered in the book. The text is supported by a large number of solved and unsolved examples, practical information using numerous diagrams and worksheet that help students understand the topics in a clear way. The text is intended for technicians, trainers and engineers who are working on solar PV systems for design, installation and maintenance of solar PV systems.

Alternative Energy Sources
Alternative Energy Sources

Author: Efstathios E. Stathis Michaelides

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2012-01-16

Total Pages: 467

ISBN-13: 3642209505

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Alternative Energy Sources is designed to give the reader, a clear view of the role each form of alternative energy may play in supplying the energy needs of the human society in the near future (20-50 years). The two first chapters on "energy demand and supply" and "environmental effects," set the tone as to why alternative energy is essential for the future. The third chapter gives the laws of energy conversion processes, as well as the limitations of converting one energy form to another. The section on exergy gives a quantitative background on the capability/potential of each energy source to produce power. The fourth, fifth and sixth chapters are expositions of fission and fusion nuclear energy, the power plants that may produce power from these sources and the issues that will frame the public debate on nuclear energy. The following five chapters include descriptions of the most common renewable energy sources (wind, solar, geothermal, biomass, hydroelectric) some of the less common sources (e.g. tidal and wave energy). The emphasis of these chapters will be on the global potential of each source, the engineering/technical systems that are used in harnessing the potential of each source, the technological developments that will contribute to wider utilization of the sources and environmental effects associated with their wider use. The last three chapters are: "energy storage," which will become an important issue if renewable energy sources are used widely. The fourteen chapters in the book have been chosen so that one may fit a semester University course around this book. At the end of every chapter, there are 10-20 problems and 1-3 suggestions of semester projects that may be assigned to students for further research.

The Highway Engineer's Guide to Alternative Energy Sources and Applications
The Highway Engineer's Guide to Alternative Energy Sources and Applications

Author: Marian F. Eilers

Publisher:

Published: 1980

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13:

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A highway engineer considering an alternative energy source for an upcoming project probably does not have a background in heating, ventilation and air-conditioning or electrical engineering, but with overall responsibility for the project needs to determine quickly whether or not an alternative energy source is cost-effective. If it is cost-effective, he would then need to know the design process and terminology to supervise the designer's work. The guide meets these needs, and in addition, offers a selected bibliography of published informaiton, a listing of persons with experience in this area, and a selection of actual case studies of highway agencies that have used alternative energy sources successfully.

Fundamentals of Renewable Energy Processes
Fundamentals of Renewable Energy Processes

Author: Aldo Vieira da Rosa

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2009-05-07

Total Pages: 865

ISBN-13: 0080878237

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We are hearing a LOT about renewable energy these days! But unlike most available resources on alternative energy that focus on politics and economic impacts, da Rosa's practical guide, Fundamentals of Renewable Energy Processes, is dedicated to explaining the scientific and technological principles and processes that enable energy production from safe, renewable, clean sources. Advances in the renewable energy sphere are proceeding with an unprecedented speed, and in order for the world's alarming energy challenges to be solved, solid, up-to-date resources addressing the technical aspects of renewables are essential. This new, updated 2e of da Rosa's successful book continues to give readers all the background they need to gain a thorough understanding of the most popular types of renewable energy—hydrogen, solar power, biomass, wind power, and hydropower—from the ground up. The latest advances in all these technologies are given particular attention, and are carefully contextualized to help professionals and students grasp the "whys and hows" behind these breakthroughs. - Discusses how and why the most popular renewable energy sources work, including wind, solar, bio and hydrogen - Provides a thorough technical grounding for all professionals and students investigating renewable energy - The new 2e of a highly regarded guide written by an internationally renowned pioneer

Clean Energy Technicians
Clean Energy Technicians

Author: Marcia Santore

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2020-12-15

Total Pages: 151

ISBN-13: 1538141698

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Welcome to the clean energy technicians field! If you are interested in a career as a clean energy technician, you’ve come to the right book. So what exactly do these people do on the job, day in and day out? What kinds of skills and educational background do you need to succeed in these fields? How much can you expect to make, and what are the pros and cons of these various fields? Is this even the right career path for you? How do you avoid burnout and deal with stress? This book can help you answer these questions and more. Clean Energy Technicians: A Practical Career Guide includes interviews with professionals in the following fields that have proven to be stable, lucrative, and growing professions: Wind Turbine Technician Solar Photovoltaic Installers Hydro Power Technicians Geothermal Technicians

Alternative Energy Systems and Applications
Alternative Energy Systems and Applications

Author: B. K. Hodge

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2017-05-08

Total Pages: 469

ISBN-13: 1119109213

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The comprehensive guide to engineering alternative and renewable energy systems and applications—updated for the latest trends and technologies This book was designed tohelp engineers develop new solutions for the current energy economy. To that end it provides technical discussions, along with numerous real-world examples of virtually all existing alternative energy sources, applications, systems and system components. All chapters focus on first-order engineering calculations, and consider alternative uses of existing and renewable energy resources. Just as important, the author describes how to apply these concepts to the development of new energy solutions. Since the publication of the critically acclaimed first edition of this book, the alternative, renewable and sustainable energy industries have witnessed significant evolution and growth. Hydraulic fracturing, fossil fuel reserve increases, the increasing popularity of hybrid and all-electric vehicles, and the decreasing cost of solar power already have had a significant impact on energy usage patterns worldwide. Updated and revised to reflect those and other key developments, this new edition features expanded coverage of topics covered in the first edition, as well as entirely new chapters on hydraulic fracturing and fossil fuels, hybrid and all-electric vehicles, and more. Begins with a fascinating look at the changing face of global energy economy Features chapters devoted to virtually all sources of alternative energy and energy systems Offers technical discussions of hydropower, wind, passive solar and solar-thermal, photovoltaics, fuel cells, CHP systems, geothermal, ocean energy, biomass, and nuclear Contains updated chapter review questions, homework problems, and a thoroughly revised solutions manual, available on the companion website While Alternative Energy Systems and Applications, Second Edition is an ideal textbook/reference for advanced undergraduate and graduate level engineering courses in energy-related subjects, it is also an indispensable professional resource for engineers and technicians working in areas related to the development of alternative/renewable energy systems.