Encyclopedia of Energy Engineering and Technology - 3 Volume Set

Description

Using limited resources in sustainable ways, energy engineers and technologists have made people's lives comfortable and affordable with efficient and cost-effective technology, from air conditioners to waste fuels. But to accommodate the expanding world population, the global supply of energy has been increasingly strained. Energy efficiency, energy conservation through energy management, and the use of renewable energy sources are three of the major strategies that can provide the energy and energy services for the world's population and economy. Energy managers, researchers, scholars, and policy makers need to know all of the aspects of energy technology in order to tackle this crisis. Encompassing a wide spectrum of theoretical and applied concepts, methodologies, and possible solutions, the Encyclopedia of Energy Engineering and Technology, Three-Volume Set covers energy efficiency and conservation opportunities, renewable and alternative energy sources, the financial analysis of energy systems, performance contracting, environmental regulations, global climate change, green development, hydrogen-fueled vehicles, and much more. Sponsored by the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE), the comprehensive and timely material in this dynamic resource provides precise information that can make a difference in today's quest for energy efficiency.

Contents

ENERGY, ENERGY SOURCES, AND ENERGY USE
Energy: Historical and Technical Background
Energy Storage and Derived Energy

PRINCIPLES OF ENERGY ANALYSIS AND SYSTEMS/ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF ENERGY SYSTEMS
Energy Systems Analysis
Financial and Economic Analysis Principles
Principles of Electric Energy Systems
Principles of Thermal Energy Systems

UTILITIES, SUPPLIERS OF ENERGY, AND UTILITY REGULATION
Electric Supply System
Fuel Supply System
Utilities: Overview
Utility Regulatory Issues

FACILITIES AND USERS OF ENERGY
Building Envelope
Compressed Air Systems
Facility Controls and Information Systems
Heat Recovery
HVAC Systems
Industrial Facilities
Lighting and Motors
On-Site Electric Generation
Space Heating, Water Heating, and Water Use
Steam Boilers and Steam Systems

ENERGY MANAGEMENT
Commissioning
Energy Auditing and Benchmarking
Energy Codes and Standards
Energy Management Programs for Facilities
Energy Savings Projects
Measurement and Verification of Energy Savings
Performance Contracting

CURRENT ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES
Environmental Regulation: Overview
Sustainable Buildings

TRANSPORTATION AND OTHER ENERGY USES
Other Energy Uses
Transportation
INDEX

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