Renewable energy has great significance for the world's future, given the environmental issues related to energy generation and energy's importance in our society. Making wise energy choices is not easy, however. It involves balanced consideration of economic, environmental, technical, political, and other perspectives to weigh the relative costs and benefits for a host of possible technologies. Renewable Energy: A First Course is an accessible textbook for science and engineering students who want a well-balanced introduction to the science, technologies, economics, and policies related to energy choices. How Does Renewable Energy Work? Science, Technologies, Economics, and Key Policy Issues The book delves into all forms of renewable energy, from biofuels and geothermal energy to wind, hydro, and solar power. It also discusses nuclear power and fossil fuels, allowing readers to compare and evaluate the advantages and shortcomings of renewable energy. In addition, the book explores four overarching topics that go beyond a specific type of energy, namely, energy conservation, energy storage, energy transmission, and energy policy, and examines the important issue of climate change. A Broad Introduction for Science and Engineering Students Requiring only a basic background in physics and calculus, the book avoids technical jargon and advanced mathematical approaches to focus on the basic principles of renewable energy. Throughout, a wealth of illustrations and real-world examples make the concepts more concrete. Designed for a one- or two-semester course, this book takes a broad approach that addresses the need for diversity in any nation's energy portfolio.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Inc
ISBN-13
9781439861158
eBay Product ID (ePID)
141332941
Product Key Features
Subject Area
Educational Technology
Author
Robert Ehrlich
Publication Name
Renewable Energy: a First Course
Format
Paperback
Language
English
Publication Year
2013
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
464 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
279mm
Item Width
216mm
Item Weight
1276g
Additional Product Features
Title_Author
Robert Ehrlich
Country/Region of Manufacture
United States
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