| Description |
251 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm |
| Contents |
Contents: Solar thermal -- Solar electric : photovoltaics -- Solar architecture -- Biomass -- Wind power -- Waterpower, geothermal, and other perspectives -- New energy technologies -- Current use and potential -- FAQs -- Promoting renewable energy -- Good marketing, successful projects |
| Summary |
Interest in renewable energy has never been greater, but much uncertainty remains as to the role the various technologies will play in the transition to a low-carbon future. This book sets out the facts - how the technologies work, where and to what extent they are currently employed, and where the greatest potential lies. Covering all the major fields - solar electricity, solar thermal, solar architecture, bioenergy, wind, geothermal, hydropower, as well as new energy technologies - it also includes sections on how best to promote the uptake of renewables and answers to common questions and opposition. The authors provide a number of German-sourced yet internationally relevant examples and strategies which have become increasingly significant in the promotion of renewable energy in recent years. The convenient layout mixes detailed explanation with clear, take-away facts and messages on each double-page spread.This straight-talking, information filled guide is the perfect primer for anyone who wants to better understand and promote renewable energy, whether in industry, study, policy or campaigns |
| Analysis |
Renewable energy |
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Energy efficiency |
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Solar energy |
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Biomass |
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Wind energy |
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Hydroelectricity |
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Statistics |
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Overseas item |
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Electricity generation |
| Notes |
Formerly CIP. Uk |
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Originally published in German as Das solarbuch. fakten, argumente und strategien für den klimaschutz |
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Translated by Petite Planète Translations |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Renewable energy sources.
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| Author |
Witzel, Walter.
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| LC no. |
2010020265 |
| ISBN |
9781849711593 hardback |
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1849711593 hardback |
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9781849711609 paperback |
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1849711607 paperback |
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