Renewable Energy : A First Course, 3rd Edition

This revised edition of Renewable Energy: A First Course is fully updated and continues to provide the best in-depth introduction to renewable energy science. The book focuses mainly on renewable energy, but also addresses nonrenewable energy (fossil fuels and nuclear technology). The coverage extends from the basic physics to conservation, economic, and public policy issues, with strong emphasis on explaining how things work in practice. The authors avoid technical jargon and advanced math but address fundamental analytical skills with wide application. Updated statistics, figures, policies, trends, and technological advancements will bring the reader up to speed with the current state of renewable energy.

Preface

Chapter 1 : Introduction
Chapter 2 : Fossil Fuels
Chapter 3 : Nuclear Power : Basic Science
Chapter 4 : Nuclear Power : Technology
Chapter 5 : Biofuels
Chapter 6 : Geothermal Energy
Chapter 7 : Wind Power
Chapter 8 : Hydropower
Chapter 9 : Solar Radiation and Earth’s Climate
Chapter 10 : Solar Thermal
Chapter 11 : Photovoltaics
Chapter 12 : Energy Conservation and Efficiency
Chapter 13 : Energy Storage and Transmission
Chapter 14 : Climate and Energy : Policy, Politics, and Public Opinion
Chapter 15 : Data Analytics and Risk Assessment : An Overview
Chapter 16 : Dynamics of Population : An Overview

Appendix A : Answers to Even-Numbered Problems
Appendix B : Useful Physical Constants
Appendix C : Useful Conversion Factors
Index