Kategoria BISAC: Science >> Energy

The main objective of this book is to develop an Ecologically Sound Integrated Energy Plan at district level to arrive at an optimal mix of energy sources that can meet the energy demand in a region by keeping in view the development priorities of the region. The book presents a conceptual design for energy systems which could meet demand of all sectors in a region. The proposed design in principle, supplies enough energy for the sustainable development of a region. The plan proposed is based on the Decision Support System approach (DSS) and is flexible, adaptable and ecologically sound....

Presents the details of the US Government's national energy program. This book looks at over 150 energy-related program activities and 11 tax preferences that address 8 major energy activity areas, including energy supply; energy's impact on the environmen

Addresses the rapid developments in the field of solar resource knowledge as a reflection of growing needs of management of renewable energy resources. The approaches exploit geographical information systems, integrates spatial data and methods, and outlin

Presents projections of energy supply, demand, and prices through 2030. This title discusses legislation and regulatory issues, including the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for light duty trucks finalised by the National Highway Traffic Sa

Presents research from around the globe in the field of energy economics which is a sub-field of economics that focuses on energy relationships as the foundation of various other relationships. This book covers issues related to optimal production and cons

While billions have been provided to rebuild Iraq's oil and electricity sectors, Iraq's future needs are significant and sources of funding uncertain. For fiscal years 2003 through 2006, the United States made available about $7.4 billion and spent about $

Condition monitoring of engineering plant has increased in importance as engineering processes are automated and manpower is reduced. However, electrical machinery receives attention only at infrequent intervals when plant is shut down and the application of protective relays to machines has also reduced operator surveillance. A first edition of Condition Monitoring of Electrical Machines, written by Tavner and Penman, was published in 1987. The economics of industry have now changed, as a result of the privatisation and deregulation of the energy industry, placing emphasis on the importance...

This book covers major components of a high voltage system and the different insulating materials applied in equipment, identifying measurable materials suitable for condition assessment, and also analyses insulation fault scenarios that may occur in power equipment. Suitable for power system engineers, associated with high voltage equipment, students in electrical power engineering, short courses in insulation condition assessment and postgraduates.

Around the world, liberalization and privatization in the electricity industry have lead to increased competition among utilities. At the same time, utilities are now exposed more than ever to risk and uncertainties, which they cannot pass on to their customers through price increases as in a regulated environment. Especially electricity-generating companies have to face volatile wholesale prices, fuel price uncertainty, limited long-term hedging possibilities and huge, to a large extent, sunk investments.

In this context, Uncertainty in the Electric Power Industry: Methods...

This resource combines-for the first time in a single volume-coverage of basic principles, analysis, and analytical techniques, and design aspects of the fuel cell. It presents fuel cell design at component and system levels, then elaborates on analysis methods for various phenomena associated with components and systems. With its examples, problems, and simulation activities, it makes an excellent graduate text or reference for researchers, engineers, and others involved in energy development. The text guides the reader from foundations and fundamental principles through analysis methods and...

Die zuverlassige Versorgung einer hoch technisierten Gesellschaft mit elektrischer Energie ist von enormer Bedeutung. Der Bedarf an unterbrechungsfreiem Strom wachst bestandig; gleichzeitig sind Forderungen nach Wirtschaftlichkeit, Effizienz, Kostengerechtigkeit und nicht zuletzt Umweltschutz zu erfullen.

Hinzu kommt, dass grundlegend veranderte rechtliche Rahmenbedingungen in Deutschland und Europa Netzbetreiber vor grosse Herausforderungen stellen: Die Netze mussen langfristig ausgebaut werden, um einen EU-weiten Strombinnenmarkt gewahrleisten zu konnen. Kurz- bis mittelfristig...

First published in 1982. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Deals with the availability method and its application to power plant system design and energy conversion. The first part of the book describes the development and the formulation of the availability method. The second part presents its applications to energy conversion processes. Examples for each energy conversion system are introduced and there are practice problems throughout the text.

Completely non-technical in its approach and focusing exclusively on managing the human element of energy consumption, this book demonstrates how to apply proven management techniques to significantly reduce these unnecessary energy expenses within an organization. It includes a broad array of examples of companies that have pioneered these efforts, actual savings, step-by-step methods, and typical energy-wasting pitfalls to avoid. The author communicates in an easy-to-understand and cohesive manner how to break the cycle of energy waste, making employees cooperative in saving energy and...

This book analyses the strategic dimensions of energy security, particularly where energy resources have become the object of military competition.

The volume explores the risks that may arise from conditions of increasing economic competition and resource scarcity, and the problems that may follow if major producers or consumers of energy lose confidence in the equity and efficiency of the market, and resort instead to the use of force to secure access to energy. It surveys the strategic outlook of both producer and consumer states, with emphasis on nations or regions...

"The Universe of Reality" questions many answers and answers many questions. There are many scientific and political deceptions forwarded to the general public, especially Americans. We have been deceived for hundreds of years. The comments and theories presented in this writing untangle and decipher the phenomena of light, gravity, the four forces, and many political deceptions.

"The Universe of Reality" (UOE) theories are much closer to the truth than the wild, problematic conjectures scientist and politicians present as facts. About 90% of "accepted" theories are wrong, and some just...