انرژی های تجدید پذیر و تغییر آب و هوا Renewable Energy and Climate Change
- نوع فایل : کتاب
- زبان : انگلیسی
- نویسنده : Volker Quaschning
- چاپ و سال / کشور: 2010
- شابک / ISBN : 0470747072, 9780470747070
Description
This dazzling introductory textbook encompasses the full range of today's important renewable energy technologies.Solar thermal, photovoltaic, wind, hydro, biomass and geothermal energy receive balanced treatment with one exciting and informative chapter devoted to each. As well as a complete overview of these state-of-the-art technologies, the chapters provide:clear analysis on their development potentials;an evaluation of the economic aspects involved;concrete guidance for practical implementation; how to reduce your own energy waste.If we do not act now to stop climate change, the consequences will be catastrophic. The current world situation is demonstrated here with the aid of full-colour figures and photographs, data diagrams and simple calculations and results. A multiplicity of impressive examples from countries across the globe show international ‘alternative’ energy in action.With its easy-to-read approach, this is an essential textbook for students on renewable energy courses, also environment and sustainability courses. Planners, operators, financers and consultants will find this an excellent manual for planning and realizing climate protection. Furthermore, this book makes great background reading for energy workers, designers, politicians and journalists, and anyone who is interested in the topic of climate change.Looking for further study? Visit the complimentary website; it hosts many useful related internet sites: www.wiley.com/go/quaschning_renewable
