Sustainable Power Technologies and Infrastructure - 9780128039090

Sustainable Power Technologies and InfrastructureEnergy Sustainability and Prosperity in a Time of Climate Change\nAuthor(s): Galen J. Suppes, Truman S. Storvick\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc, United States\nImprint: Academic Press Inc\nISBN-13: 9780128039090, 978-0128039090\nSynopsis\nThis book presents an overview of current renewable energy sources, challenges and future trends. Drawing from their longtime expertise and deep knowledge of the field, the authors present a critic and well-structured perspective on sustainable power sources and technologies, including solar, wind, hydrogen and nuclear, both in large and small scale. Using accessible language they provide rigorous technological reviews and analyze the main issues of practical usage. The book addresses current questions in this area, such as: \""Is there enough biomass to make a difference in energy needs? Should biomass be used in Energy Generation?\""; \""How mature is battery technolo.