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Planning of Geothermal District Heating Systems

Planning of Geothermal District Heating Systems

Geothermal waters, hot enough to provide direct heating, are available in many parts of the world. Some are exploited already but many more are only now being considered, as planners begin to recognize the environmental benefits of this unfamiliar energy resource. The relative economic benefits are more marginal, however, and a successful scheme requires careful design and optimization. The nature of geothermal resources imposes special conditions which may be unfamiliar to many plant engineers. In addition, many different approaches are possible, depending on the characteristics of the resource and the user and on the operator’s requirements. Must the scheme be optimized for energy recovery or for financial return, or is it more important that it should remain profitable over as wide a range of conditions as possible? This book, written by professional plant engineers with first-hand experience, is designed to guide plant engineers through the different options and to help in this optimization process.

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Photovoltaics And Architecture

Photovoltaics And Architecture

Solar energy is set to play an ever-increasing role in generating the form and affecting the appearance and construction of buildings. This new guide provides an overview of how PVs work and how they are incorporated in the design of buildings.

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Alternative Energy Systems

Alternative Energy Systems

The solution to our current energy dilemma will contain features of both alternate energy sources and alternate use of existing energy sources. In order to help engineers find this solution, Alternative Energy Systems covers a wide range of concepts. They will examine areas involving reat turbomachine and solar energy, CHP applications, and additional alternate energy concepts. All chapters focus on first-order engineering calculations. Alternate energy topics are also equated to topics related to renewable energy resources. Engineers will learn how to apply these concepts to find new solutions.

]]> http://www.icoldsofia2008.org/alternative-energy-systems/feed 0 Physics of Solar Cells: From Principles to New Concepts http://www.icoldsofia2008.org/physics-of-solar-cells-from-principles-to-new-concepts http://www.icoldsofia2008.org/physics-of-solar-cells-from-principles-to-new-concepts#comments Thu, 08 Oct 2009 17:06:39 +0000 admin http://www.icoldsofia2008.org/?p=161

Physics of Solar Cells

Physics of Solar Cells

Peter Würfel describes in detail all aspects of solar cell function, the physics behind every single step, as well as all the issues to be considered when improving solar cells and their efficiency.

Based on the highly successful German version, but thoroughly revised and updated, this edition contains the latest knowledge on the mechanisms of solar energy conversion. Requiring no more than standard physics knowledge, it enables readers to understand the factors driving conversion efficiency and to apply this knowledge to their own solar cell development.

]]> http://www.icoldsofia2008.org/physics-of-solar-cells-from-principles-to-new-concepts/feed 0 The Solar Electric House http://www.icoldsofia2008.org/the-solar-electric-house http://www.icoldsofia2008.org/the-solar-electric-house#comments Thu, 03 Sep 2009 20:42:17 +0000 admin http://www.icoldsofia2008.org/?p=114 Solar electricity is the direct conversion of sunlight into electricity by solar photovoltaic cells. It is a truly elegant means of producing electricity on site, allowing you to take control of your energy destiny and create your own lifestyle without concern for energy supply or environmental harm. No pollution, no by-products, no depletion of resources, these solid-state devices simply make electricity out of sunlight.Solar electricity is the ideal source of power for an environmentally-responsive home where it’s a luxury residence or a rustic vacation retreat. With the right design, the sunlight that falls on your homesite will power your home. Your solar electric system can also be easily configured to provide on-site recharging of solar/electric vehicles allowing you to meet your transportation needs with renewable energy.

Solar Electric House

Solar Electric House

The Solar Electric House will tell you everything you need to know to decide if photovoltaics are for you, including:

Systems options and economics Stand-alone and utility interactive systems Descriptions of all key components How to determine your electricity requirements How to design a solar electric house

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