Solar energy is derived ultimately from the sun. It can be divided into direct and indirect categories. Most energy sources on Earth are forms of indirect solar energy, although we usually don't think of them in that way. This book examines research in thi

Solar energy is derived ultimately from the sun. It can be divided into direct and indirect categories. Direct solar energy is what we usually mean when we speak of solar power - it is the use of sunlight for heating or generating electricity. This book ex

Hydroelectric power and wind and wave power are forms of indirect solar energy. Direct solar energy is what we usually mean when we speak of solar power. Solar energy research and applications have been receiving increasing attention as solar energy must p