Overview

Prepared and peer-reviewed by some of the foremost experts in the field, this easy-to-use pocket reference offers a wealth of information relating to wind energy and wind energy technologies. Topics covered range from wind resources to wind turbines, covering offshore and onshore power, both stand-alone and grid-connected. The book also includes vital information on international economic support schemes and incentives and environmental issues and is peppered throughout with helpful illustrations, equations and explanations. Renewable energy professionals, students and wind energy entrepreneurs amongst others will find a host of answers in this essential book – a practical assimilation of data, fundamentals and guidelines for application.

Full Product Details

Author:   Niels I. Meyer ,  David Thorpe ,  Peter Hjuler Jensen ,  ISES (International Solar Energy Society)
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Earthscan Ltd
Dimensions:   Width: 9.50cm , Height: 1.00cm , Length: 15.50cm
Weight:   0.045kg
ISBN:  

9781844075393

ISBN 10:   1844075397
Pages:   84
Publication Date:   06 November 2008
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Undergraduate ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Replaced By:   9781138806344
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Introduction 1: Global Development of Wind Energy 2: Wind Resources 3: Wind Turbines 4: Wind Turbines and Energy Systems 5: Offshore Wind Farms 6: Economics of Wind Power 7: Economic Support Schemes and Incentives 8: Environemtnal Issues 9: Organizational Schemes 10: References

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'Renewable energy professionals, students and wind energy entrepreneurs amongst others will find a host of answers in this useful book- a practical assimilation of data, fundamentals and guidelines for applications, including sensible check lists for what to take on wind resource mapping field trips.' Renew 'This quaint booklet would be of value to anyone after a high level understanding of wind energy, but with enough technical content for students of wind, renewable energy enthusiasts, or those in the Windustry taking on board a little more technical acumen. Just like a backpacker needs to pull out a phrasebook, you might carry this in your Hard Yakka or pressed business shirt for those vital moments... or just read it cover to cover and impress friends with your knowledge on one of the world s fastest growing energy sources.' Energy News

'Renewable energy professionals, students and wind energy entrepreneurs amongst others will find a host of answers in this useful book- a practical assimilation of data, fundamentals and guidelines for applications, including sensible check lists for what to take on wind resource mapping field trips.' Renew 'This quaint booklet would be of value to anyone after a high level understanding of wind energy, but with enough technical content for students of wind, renewable energy enthusiasts, or those in the ?Windustry? taking on board a little more technical acumen. Just like a backpacker needs to pull out a phrasebook, you might carry this in your ?Hard Yakka? or pressed business shirt for those vital moments... or just read it cover to cover and impress friends with your knowledge on one of the world?s fastest growing energy sources.' Energy News

'Renewable energy professionals, students and wind energy entrepreneurs amongst others will find a host of answers in this useful book- a practical assimilation of data, fundamentals and guidelines for applications, including sensible check lists for what to take on wind resource mapping field trips.' Renew 'This quaint booklet would be of value to anyone after a high level understanding of wind energy, but with enough technical content for students of wind, renewable energy enthusiasts, or those in the 'Windustry' taking on board a little more technical acumen. Just like a backpacker needs to pull out a phrasebook, you might carry this in your 'Hard Yakka' or pressed business shirt for those vital moments... or just read it cover to cover and impress friends with your knowledge on one of the world's fastest growing energy sources.' Energy News

Author Information

The International Solar Energy Society (ISES) has been serving the needs of the renewable energy community since its founding in 1954. A UN-accredited NGO present in more than 50 countries, the Society supports its members in the advancement of renewable energy technology, implementation and education all over the world.

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