Fundamentals and Applications of Renewable Energy

Publisher’s Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. A comprehensive new textbook on the fundamentals of renewable energy that bridges the gap between theory and application At a time when clear and relevant information about the fundamental principles and real-world application of renewable energy is being sought eagerly, this is THE text to guide students. Written by three of the field’s leading experts and bolstered by outstanding pedagogy, it lays the foundation for a broad understanding of all major renewable energy sources such as solar and wind. Comprehensive as well as authoritative, the book also delves into important, yet rarely discussed topics such as thermal design, geothermal energy, hydropower, hydrogen and fuel cells, and energy efficiency. By stressing real-world relevancy and application of principles, the book prepares students for a successful professional career in renewable energy Enhanced by clear explanations, solved examples, twice as many practice problems as similar textbooks, and two stellar authors, Fundamentals and Applications of Renewable Energy is destined to become the cornerstone resource for students and professionals who wish a greater understanding of this burgeoning field.