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This book focuses on exploring and showcasing advancements, breakthroughs, and emerging technologies in the field of energy generation and utilization, particularly those related to non‑conventional or alternative energy sources. It delves into various non‑conventional energy sources such as solar, wind, geothermal, tidal, and biomass and aims to provide in‑depth insights into the technologies associated with these sources. It discusses innovative approaches, recent developments, and technological breakthroughs within the realm of non‑conventional energy sources, addressing the environmental benefits of these energies while highlighting their potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, combat climate change, and promote sustainable energy practices. This book: Provides real‑world examples and case studies of successful non‑conventional energy projects Takes an interdisciplinary approach by integrating knowledge from various fields such as engineering, environmental science, economics, and policy, offering a holistic understanding of the subject Emphasizes the environmental benefits of non‑conventional energy sources and their contributions to reducing carbon emissions and combating climate change Discusses the policies, regulations, and government incentives that influence the adoption of non‑conventional energy sources, explaining how these factors can drive innovation Includes a global perspective by showcasing innovations and projects from different regions and highlighting how various countries are approaching renewable energy It serves as a comprehensive resource for researchers, professionals, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding the latest innovations and trends in the field of non‑conventional energy sources, with an emphasis on sustainability, environmental responsibility, and energy security.

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Krishan Arora is associated with Lovely Professional University as a Professor with more than 17 years of experience in academics and research. He is currently the Head of the Department of Power Systems in the School of Electronics and Electrical Engineering at Lovely Professional University. He completed his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from MM (Deemed to be) University, Ambala. He earned his M.Tech in Electrical Engineering from IKG Punjab Technical University, Punjab, and his B.Tech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from IKG Punjab Technical University, Punjab. He has published more than 85 research papers in refereed IEEE, Springer, and IOP Science journals and conferences. He has organized several workshops, summer internships, international conferences, special sessions, and expert lectures. He has also published six Indian patents and one copyright. He has supervised more than ten postgraduate theses and more than 30 undergraduate student projects. He has undertaken and completed 15 non‑government and consultancy projects. He has attended/participated in 24 national/international online webinars. His areas of expertise include electrical machines, non‑conventional energy sources, load frequency control, automatic generation control, and the modernization of smart grids. He has edited five books in different areas of electronics and electrical engineering. He has taught various courses at both UG and PG levels, such as power electronics, non‑conventional energy sources, electric drives, induction and synchronous machines, and digital electronics. Himanshu Sharma earned his Ph.D. in Power Electronics from Punjab Engineering College, Chandigarh. He earned his M.Tech in Electrical Engineering from Punjab Engineering College, Chandigarh. He was associated with Lovely Professional University as an Assistant Professor and has more than 7 years of experience in academics. He is currently an Associate Professor at G. H. Raisoni College of Engineering and Management. He has published more than ten research papers in refereed IEEE, Springer, and IOP Science journals and conferences. He has organized several workshops, summer internships, international conferences, and expert lectures for students. He has supervised more than five postgraduate theses and more than ten undergraduate student projects. He has attended/participated in 20 national/international online webinars. His areas of expertise include power electronics, machine learning, and optimization techniques. He has taught various courses at both UG and PG levels, such as power electronics, non‑conventional energy sources, and electric drives. He has edited many books for reputed publishers.

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