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Solar Photovoltaic : Skills2Learn Renewable Energy Workbook
Developed in partnership between Skills2Learn and Cengage Learning, this highly interactive workbook can be used as a resource tool for all introductory renewable energy vocational qualifications and apprenticeships.This unique workbook is designed to consolidate learners’ theoretical knowledge prior to undertaking practical workshop exercises.Solar Photovoltaic provides learners with a thorough insight into renewable energies including the different types of heat and electricity producing technologies, the selection process, incentives and government policies. Part of the Renewable Energy Series, this unique write-in workbook can also be used alongside the Skills2Learn Solar Photovoltaic virtual reality e-learning programme making this a first-of-its-kind, fully integrated blended learning solution.
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Renewable Energy
This series invites younger readers to consider the impact of human activity on the environment and ways in which we can improve in the future.These titles are filled with fascinating facts and full-colour images.
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Renewable Energy
This new series gives readers an insight into one of the most important issues in today's world climate change.Through accessible language and an engaging design children can explore the issues related to climate change and discover what effect humanity is having on the planet.|This new series gives readers an insight into one of the most important issues in today's world climate change.Through accessible language and an engaging design children can explore the issues related to climate change and discover what effect humanity is having on the planet.
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Renewable Energy from Wind and Solar Power: Law and Regulation
In a world that is shifting away from fossil fuels in response to the threat of climate change, the UK’s low carbon policies have seen renewable electricity capacity increase by more than three times since 2010. The future is clearly one of unremitting growth in electricity generation from wind and solar farms.Renewable Energy from Wind and Solar Power: Law and Regulation is concerned with the law and regulation of electricity generation in the case of the two most popular sources of energy derived from renewable resources.It covers up-to-date national policy and guidance relevant to electricity generation collected from renewable resources.There is also coverage of the powers of local planning authorities and of the Secretary of State, along with devolved powers in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, in dealing with onshore and offshore energy projects along with the impact of Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects under the 2008 Act.This book also covers consents under sections 36 (onshore and offshore wind generation) and 37 (overhead lines) of the Electricity Act 1989 and the grant of FEBA licences from the Marine and Fisheries Agency in the case of offshore consents.The availability of financial assistance for the generation and export of renewable energy to the grid is also dealt with, and there are several case studies examining a number of recent decisions of the courts, the Secretary of State, inspectors and reporters, involving wind and solar energy proposals.Renewable Energy from Wind and Solar Power: Law and Regulation will be an invaluable reference for lawyers, planning professionals and operators in the relevant sectors.It will also be of interest to others in showing how the industry is developing and of the regulatory processes involved in securing consents for the commercial development of energy from wind and solar power.
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Is solar energy renewable?
Yes, solar energy is renewable because it is derived from the sun, which is a virtually limitless source of energy. The sun's energy is constantly being replenished and will continue to do so for billions of years. This makes solar energy a sustainable and renewable source of power that can be harnessed for electricity generation and other applications.
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What are renewable resources and renewable energy sources?
Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replenished or regenerated over time, such as sunlight, wind, and water. Renewable energy sources are sources of energy that come from these renewable resources, such as solar power, wind power, hydropower, and geothermal energy. These sources of energy are considered sustainable and environmentally friendly because they do not deplete the Earth's resources and produce lower levels of greenhouse gas emissions compared to fossil fuels.
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What are renewable and non-renewable energy sources?
Renewable energy sources are those that can be replenished naturally and are not depleted when used, such as solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal energy. These sources are sustainable and have minimal impact on the environment. Non-renewable energy sources, on the other hand, are finite and cannot be replenished in a short period of time, such as fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas. These sources are not sustainable and contribute to environmental pollution and climate change.
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What are renewable and non-renewable sources of energy?
Renewable sources of energy are resources that can be naturally replenished over time, such as sunlight, wind, and water. These sources are sustainable and do not deplete the Earth's resources. Non-renewable sources of energy, on the other hand, are finite and cannot be easily replenished, such as fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas. These sources are being depleted at a faster rate than they can be replenished, leading to environmental concerns and the need to transition to more sustainable energy sources.
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Renewable Energy in Power Systems
An up to date account of renewable sources of electricity generation and their integration into power systems With the growth in installed capacity of renewable energy (RE) generation, many countries such as the UK are relying on higher levels of RE generation to meet targets for reduced greenhouse gas emissions.In the face of this, the integration issue is now of increasing concern, in particular to system operators. This updated text describes the individual renewable technologies and their power generation characteristics alongside an expanded introduction to power systems and the challenges posed by high levels of penetrations from such technologies, together with an account of technologies and changes to system operation that can ease RE integration. Features of this edition: Covers power conditioning, the characteristics of RE generators, with emphasis on their time varying nature, and the use of power electronics in interfacing RE sources to gridsOutlines up to date RE integration issues such as power flow in networks supplied from a combination of conventional and renewable energy sourcesUpdated coverage of the economics of power generation and the role of markets in delivering investment in sustainable solutionsConsiders the challenge of maintaining power balance in a system with increasing RE input, including recent moves toward power system frequency support from RE sourcesOffers an insightful perspective on the shape of future power systems including offshore networks and demand side managementIncludes worked examples that enhance this edition’s suitability as a textbook for introductory courses in RE systems technology Firmly established as an essential reference, the Second Edition of Renewable Energy in Power Systems will prove a real asset to engineers and others involved in both the traditional power and fast growing renewables sector.This text should also be of particular benefit to students of electrical power engineering and will additionally appeal to non-specialists through the inclusion of background material covering the basics of electricity generation.
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Renewable Energy Resources
Renewable Energy Resources is a numerate and quantitative text.It covers the many renewables technologies implemented worldwide by harnessing sustainable resources, mitigating pollution and climate change, and providing cost effective services. This fourth edition is extensively updated by John Twidell with global developments as underpinned by fundamental analysis and illustrated by case studies and worked examples.Efficiency of end-use and cost-effectiveness is emphasized.Each chapter begins with fundamental scientific theory, and then considers applications, environmental impact and socio-economic aspects, before concluding with Quick Questions for self-revision, Problems and new Exercises.Basic theory underlying the technologies is covered in succinct Reviews of electrical power, fluid dynamics, heat transfer and solid-state physics.Common symbols and cross-referencing apply throughout; essential data are tabulated in Appendices. Renewable Energy Resources supports multidisciplinary master’s degrees in science and engineering, and specialist modules at undergraduate level.Practicing scientists and engineers will find it a useful introductory text and reference book.
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Renewable Energy Law
This is the first textbook to provide a clear understanding of law’s role in promoting the global growth of renewable energy production and consumption. The book introduces readers to the main legal frameworks shaping the rise of renewables at international, regional and national levels, including those which set targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing renewable energy consumption. Clear explanations of challenges commonly confronting renewable developments and the legal responses to them aid readers’ understanding whatever their background.The author, a leading researcher in energy and environmental law, has drawn on 10 years’ experience of developing and teaching research-led courses on renewable energy law to produce an authoritative but accessible work. Readers will come away with a better understanding of how international law on climate change and sustainable development affects renewable energy, the roles of renewable energy targets and subsidies, the laws on integrating renewables into electricity networks, the legal response to public opposition to renewable energy development, the law surrounding offshore renewables, and issues raised by the decarbonisation of road transport.
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Explaining Renewable Energy
This undergraduate text aimed primarily at high schoolers and lower level undergraduates focuses on explaining how the various forms of renewable energy work and the current ongoing research.It includes sections on non-scientific aspects that should be considered such as availability of resources.A final chapter covers methods of removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Renewable energy is currently on everyone’s mind in the context of climate change.This text provides students with an introduction into the science behind the various types of renewable energy enabling them to access review literature in the field and options that that should be considered when selecting methods.FeaturesCollates the most relevant and up to date information on renewable energy systems in a user friendly format for undergraduate and high school students. Focuses on power production technologies from renewable energy sources. An introduction to how sources of renewable energy work; their advantages and drawbacks. Timely text with the need for fast adoption of renewable energy technologies around the world. Suitable for a diverse audience including students with some scientific background such as final year in high school wanting to know more about combatting climate change.
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Which form of renewable energy is more effective: magnetic field or solar?
It is difficult to compare the effectiveness of magnetic field and solar energy as they are used for different purposes. Magnetic field energy is often used in the generation of electricity through devices like magnetic generators, while solar energy is harnessed through solar panels to produce electricity. Both forms of renewable energy have their own advantages and limitations, and their effectiveness depends on factors such as location, availability of resources, and technology. Ultimately, the choice between magnetic field and solar energy depends on the specific needs and conditions of the project or application.
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What is renewable energy?
Renewable energy is energy that is collected from resources that are naturally replenished on a human timescale, such as sunlight, wind, rain, tides, waves, and geothermal heat. These sources of energy are considered sustainable because they are naturally replenished and do not deplete finite resources. Renewable energy is seen as a cleaner and more environmentally friendly alternative to fossil fuels, as it produces lower levels of greenhouse gas emissions and reduces our dependence on non-renewable resources.
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What are renewable resources and renewable energies?
Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replenished or regenerated over time, such as sunlight, wind, and water. Renewable energies are forms of energy that are derived from these renewable resources and can be used to generate electricity or heat without depleting the Earth's finite resources. These sources of energy are considered sustainable and environmentally friendly alternatives to fossil fuels, as they produce lower levels of greenhouse gas emissions and have minimal impact on the environment.
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Is nuclear energy a renewable energy source?
No, nuclear energy is not considered a renewable energy source. While nuclear power plants do not emit greenhouse gases during operation, they rely on uranium as a fuel source, which is a finite resource. Once uranium is used up, it cannot be replaced, making nuclear energy non-renewable. Additionally, the process of mining and refining uranium can have negative environmental impacts.
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