Renewable energy: a very short introduction
Series: Very short introductionsPublication details: Oxford University Press, 2020. Oxford:Description: xix, 141 p. : ill. ; pb, 18 cmISBN:- 9780198825401
- 333.794 JEL
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
This Very Short Introduction describes the main renewable sources of energy - solar, wind, hydropower, and biomass - as well as the less well-developed ones - geothermal, tidal, and wave. Nick Jelley explains the challenges of integrating renewables into electricity grids, and the need for energy storage and for clean heat; and discusses the opportunities in developing countries for renewable energy to empower millions. He also considers international efforts and policies to support renewables and tackle climate change; and explains recent innovations in wind and solar energy production, battery storage, and in the emerging power-to-gas provision for clean heating. Throughout, he emphasises what renewable energy can deliver, and its importance in tackling climate change, and in improving health, welfare, and access to electricity.
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