Renewable Energy A First Course 3rd Edition

The revised version of Renewable Energy: A Beginning Course has been thoroughly updated and continues to offer a comprehensive introduction to renewable energy science. The material concentrates exclusively on renewable energy, but also discusses nonrenewable energy (fossil fuels and nuclear technology). The coverage extends from the fundamental physics to conservation, financial, and public policy aspects, with strong emphasis on elucidating the practical functioning of things. The authors steer clear of technical terminology and advanced mathematics but emphasize fundamental analytical skills with wide application. Updated statistics, figures, policies, trends, and technological advances will bring the reader up to date with the current state of renewable energy.