Book Review

New innovations are needed for the invention of more efficient. affordable. sustainable and renewable energy systems. as well as for the mitigation of climate change and global environmental issues. In response to a fast-growing interest in the realm of renewable energy. Renewable Energy Systems: Efficiency. Innovation and Sustainability identifies a need to …

The volumes includes selected and reviewed papers from the 2nd ETA Conference on Energy and Thermal Management. Air Conditioning and Waste Heat Recovery in Berlin. November 22-23. 2018. Experts from university. public authorities and industry discuss the latest technological developments and applications for energy efficiency. Main focus is on automotive …

Durability and Reliability of Polymers and Other Materials in Photovoltaic Modules describes the durability and reliability behavior of polymers used in Si-photovoltaic modules and systems. particularly in terms of physical aging and degradation process mechanisms. characterization methods. accelerated exposure chamber and testing. module level testing. and service life prediction. The …

Meeting the goals enshrined in the Paris Agreement and limiting global temperature increases to less than two degrees above pre-industrial levels demands rapid reductions in global carbon dioxide emissions. Reducing energy demand has a central role in achieving this goal. but existing policy initiatives have been largely incremental in terms …

Analysis and Design of Energy Geostructures gathers for the first time theoretical. experimental and design knowledge available to date about energy geostructures: an innovative technology that couples for any type of built environment the structural support role of the geostructures with the heating-cooling role of the geothermal heat exchangers harvesting …

This book explores the electric railway systems that play a crucial role in the mitigation of congestion and pollution caused by road traffic. It is divided into two parts: the first covering fixed power supply systems. and the second concerning the systems for railway rolling stock. In particular. after a …

This book has two purposes. The first is to examine the electromagnetic theory behind many of the calculations relevant to the design of high voltage overhead transmission lines. These include electromagnetic propagation on multiple parallel wires above the earth and their associated fields. electrostatic fields near more complicated geometries. limitations …

Power Systems Modelling and Fault Analysis: Theory and Practice. Second Edition focuses on the important core areas and technical skills required for practicing electrical power engineers. Providing a comprehensive and practical treatment of the modeling of electrical power systems. the book offers students and professionals the theory and practice of …

A guide to a multi-disciplinary approach that includes perspectives from noted experts in the energy and utilities fields. Advances in Energy Systems offers a stellar collection of articles selected from the acclaimed journal Wiley Interdisciplinary Review: Energy and Environment. The journalcovers all aspects of energy policy. science and technology. environmental …

Mathematical Models and Algorithms for Power System Optimization helps readers build a thorough understanding of new technologies and world-class practices developed by the State Grid Corporation of China. the organization responsible for the world’s largest power distribution network. This reference covers three areas: power operation planning. electric grid investment and …