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Author |
: John C. Pierce |
Publisher |
: Springer |
Total Pages |
: 264 |
Release |
: 2017-04-04 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9783319534145 |
ISBN-13 |
: 3319534149 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (45 Downloads) |
Synopsis Prospects for Alternative Energy Development in the U.S. West by : John C. Pierce
This book poses the question of whether identifiable individual-level attributes (e.g., values, interests, knowledge, demographic characteristics) lead to support for or opposition to the development and implementation of alternative energy technologies. In recent years, attempts to site alternative energy technologies (e.g., wind, solar, wave) have been met by intense opposition from a variety of sources, including many environmentalists from whom one might expect support for non-carbon based renewable energy initiatives. This volume argues that there are indeed such discernible attributes, and moreover that the identification and exploration are important for the development of support strategies for the well-informed and achievable siting of such technologies.
Author |
: National Research Council |
Publisher |
: National Academies Press |
Total Pages |
: 386 |
Release |
: 2010-04-05 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780309137089 |
ISBN-13 |
: 030913708X |
Rating |
: 4/5 (89 Downloads) |
Synopsis Electricity from Renewable Resources by : National Research Council
A component in the America's Energy Future study, Electricity from Renewable Resources examines the technical potential for electric power generation with alternative sources such as wind, solar-photovoltaic, geothermal, solar-thermal, hydroelectric, and other renewable sources. The book focuses on those renewable sources that show the most promise for initial commercial deployment within 10 years and will lead to a substantial impact on the U.S. energy system. A quantitative characterization of technologies, this book lays out expectations of costs, performance, and impacts, as well as barriers and research and development needs. In addition to a principal focus on renewable energy technologies for power generation, the book addresses the challenges of incorporating such technologies into the power grid, as well as potential improvements in the national electricity grid that could enable better and more extensive utilization of wind, solar-thermal, solar photovoltaics, and other renewable technologies.
Author |
: Chinese Academy of Engineering |
Publisher |
: National Academies Press |
Total Pages |
: 256 |
Release |
: 2011-01-29 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780309160001 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0309160006 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (01 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Power of Renewables by : Chinese Academy of Engineering
The United States and China are the world's top two energy consumers and, as of 2010, the two largest economies. Consequently, they have a decisive role to play in the world's clean energy future. Both countries are also motivated by related goals, namely diversified energy portfolios, job creation, energy security, and pollution reduction, making renewable energy development an important strategy with wide-ranging implications. Given the size of their energy markets, any substantial progress the two countries make in advancing use of renewable energy will provide global benefits, in terms of enhanced technological understanding, reduced costs through expanded deployment, and reduced greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions relative to conventional generation from fossil fuels. Within this context, the U.S. National Academies, in collaboration with the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) and Chinese Academy of Engineering (CAE), reviewed renewable energy development and deployment in the two countries, to highlight prospects for collaboration across the research to deployment chain and to suggest strategies which would promote more rapid and economical attainment of renewable energy goals. Main findings and concerning renewable resource assessments, technology development, environmental impacts, market infrastructure, among others, are presented. Specific recommendations have been limited to those judged to be most likely to accelerate the pace of deployment, increase cost-competitiveness, or shape the future market for renewable energy. The recommendations presented here are also pragmatic and achievable.
Author |
: Manfred Hafner |
Publisher |
: Springer |
Total Pages |
: 125 |
Release |
: 2018-08-06 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9783319922195 |
ISBN-13 |
: 331992219X |
Rating |
: 4/5 (95 Downloads) |
Synopsis Energy in Africa by : Manfred Hafner
This open access book presents a picture of the current energy challenges on the African continent (and the Sub-Saharan region in particular) and proposes pathways to an accelerated energy transition. Starting with an analysis of the status quo and the outlook for Africa’s energy demand and energy access, it provides an account of the available resources, including hydrocarbons and renewable energy resources, which are playing an increasingly crucial role. It then moves on to analyze the level of investment required to scale-up Africa’s energy systems, shedding light on the key barriers and elaborating on potential solutions. It also provides a suggestion for improving the effectiveness of EU–Africa cooperation. While mainly intended for policymakers and academics, this book also speaks to a broader audience interested in gaining an overview of the challenges and opportunities of the African energy sector today and in the future.
Author |
: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Resources |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 80 |
Release |
: 2002 |
ISBN-10 |
: STANFORD:36105050263016 |
ISBN-13 |
: |
Rating |
: 4/5 (16 Downloads) |
Synopsis Potential Alternative Energy Sources Available on National Public Lands by : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Resources
Author |
: Steve H. Murdock |
Publisher |
: Praeger Publishers |
Total Pages |
: 392 |
Release |
: 1979 |
ISBN-10 |
: MINN:31951000010127B |
ISBN-13 |
: |
Rating |
: 4/5 (7B Downloads) |
Synopsis Energy Development in the Western United States by : Steve H. Murdock
Author |
: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. Subcommittee on Environment |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 200 |
Release |
: 1992 |
ISBN-10 |
: MINN:31951P00336591X |
ISBN-13 |
: |
Rating |
: 4/5 (1X Downloads) |
Synopsis U.S. Industrial Competitiveness and Alternative Energy Development by : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. Subcommittee on Environment
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: |
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: |
Total Pages |
: 436 |
Release |
: 1988 |
ISBN-10 |
: MSU:31293018029631 |
ISBN-13 |
: |
Rating |
: 4/5 (31 Downloads) |
Synopsis Energy Abstracts for Policy Analysis by :
Author |
: John Hagel |
Publisher |
: Greenwood |
Total Pages |
: 216 |
Release |
: 1976 |
ISBN-10 |
: UCAL:B4270349 |
ISBN-13 |
: |
Rating |
: 4/5 (49 Downloads) |
Synopsis Alternative Energy Strategies by : John Hagel
Author |
: Manochehr Dorraj |
Publisher |
: Lexington Books |
Total Pages |
: 317 |
Release |
: 2018-11-26 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781498566087 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1498566081 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (87 Downloads) |
Synopsis Global Impact of Unconventional Energy Resources by : Manochehr Dorraj
The chapters in this volume represent the latest thinking on the development and exploration of unconventional energy resources in the U.S., Canada, Australia, Europe, Russia, Asia Pacific, Middle East, Latin America, and Africa and shed light on its potential and future prospects in these respective regions. The diversity of thinking about the “shale revolution” is also evident in our case studies. Throughout many countries in Europe for example, there is a strong preference for investment in renewable sources of energy over the fossil fuels. In addition to environmental concerns, the falling price of renewables, have also made them more attractive financially. Consequently, global investment in renewables is outpacing that of fossil fuel two to one. Watching this trend, in 2017, the Chinese government has pledged to invest $360 billion on renewable energy. This would make China the largest investor in development of renewables in the world. Other obstacles to development of shale oil and gas in other parts of the world include, lack of adequate shale resources (Africa), the abundance of conventional energy resources (Middle East and North Africa), high cost of production (Russia, China, Japan) and political opposition to hydraulic fracturing (France and Poland). Despite these sentiments the economic imperatives (providing employment) also play a significant role in determining the future prospects for unconventional energy resources globally.