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Decarbonization by Electrification for the Transport Sector

  • 1st Edition - January 1, 2027
  • Latest edition
  • Authors: Michela Longo, Wahiba Yaici
  • Language: English

Decarbonization by Electrification for the Transport Sector is a practical reference book that explores the forefront of transportation decarbonization, offering innovative soluti… Read more

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Decarbonization by Electrification for the Transport Sector is a practical reference book that explores the forefront of transportation decarbonization, offering innovative solutions to reduce emissions and advance sustainable mobility. This comprehensive book showcases significant scientific contributions, surveying state-of-the-art strategies for decarbonization through electrification in the transportation sector. From electric vehicles to hydrogen vehicles and infrastructure development, this book serves as a valuable resource for academics, industry professionals, students, and consultants seeking to drive the transition towards a low-emission transportation system. Chapter by chapter, this book provides in-depth insights into key aspects of decarbonization via electrification. Starting with an Introduction to Decarbonization, readers are guided through Electric Vehicles, Hydrogen Vehicles, Infrastructure for Electric Vehicles, EV Charging Cable Infrastructure, EV Wireless Power Transfer Infrastructure, EV Battery Swapping and Charging Infrastructure, Infrastructure for Hydrogen Vehicles, Focus on Track and Local Public Transport, and Future Trends. Each chapter offers a detailed examination of cutting-edge technologies and solutions aimed at revolutionizing the transportation sector, making it a must-read for those interested in advancing energy research and engineering disciplines.

Decarbonization by Electrification for the Transport Sector is a compelling, practical for a diverse audience that includes researchers, engineers, policymakers, students, and consultants. This book benefits professionals in energy research and engineering fields, providing valuable insights into the urgent need for greener transportation solutions. Whether you are an academic seeking the latest advancements in decarbonization strategies or an industry professional looking to stay ahead in the evolving landscape of sustainable mobility, this book offers a comprehensive guide to understanding why society must prioritize decarbonizing transport and embrace greener transport practices for a more sustainable future.

Key features

  • Explores cutting-edge decarbonization strategies through electrification in the transportation sector
  • Analyzes the coexistence of electric and hydrogen vehicles and their impact on reducing emissions
  • Discusses the critical importance of integrating vehicles with charging infrastructure for sustainable mobility solutions
  • Evaluates various infrastructure developments for electric and hydrogen vehicles, including charging cable systems and wireless power transfer technology
  • Highlights future trends in transportation decarbonization, offering valuable insights for interdisciplinary readers in energy research and engineering fields

Readership

Academics and industry professionals, researchers and engineers working in areas of energy research across electrical, mechanical, and chemical engineering, and environmental science

Table of contents

1. Importance of Decarbonization and Methods for Accurate Quantification

2. Smart Mobility: Electric Vehicles and Hydrogen Vehicles

3. EV Charging Cable Infrastructure

4. EV Wireless Power Transfer (WPT) Infrastructure

5. EV Battery Swapping

6. Infrastructure for Hydrogen Vehicles

7. Electric Mobility and Impact with Electric Grid

8. Potential Policy-driven Approaches Enhancing the Adoption of Decarbonization Technologies

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: January 1, 2027
  • Language: English

About the authors

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Michela Longo

Professor Michela Longo is a researcher with knowledge and experience in the development of optimization algorithms in the world of electric mobility. She is the author of 2 books, book chapters and more than 280 articles that have appeared in international scientific journals, international conference proceedings and national journals. She leads international scientific collaborations with the CanmetENERGY Research Centre Natural Resources Canada of Ottawa, University of Malaga and Cadiz and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Tokyo Metropolitan University.

Affiliations and expertise
Politecnico di Milano, Department of Energy, Italy

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Wahiba Yaici

Wahiba Yaici is a Research Scientist at the CanmetENERGY Research Centre of Natural Resources Canada in Ottawa, Canada, where she is leading R&D projects on renewables and integrated energy systems. She leads and develops hybrid renewable power and energy technologies for building applications and for the electric vehicles. Previously, Dr. Yaici worked as Technical Expert, Scientific Authority and Project Manager at reputed companies, namely, Natural Gas Technologies Centre (Energir-Engie), KSH (RWE), BPR-Bechtel (Tetra-Tech), and Rolls-Royce, in Montreal, Canada, where she has been a key contributor to many multi-million-dollar R&D and large industrial projects. She was also an Associate Professor and Manager of the Fossil Energy Valorisation Laboratory at the National Polytechnic School, Algiers, Algeria, and Adjunct Professor, McGill University, Montreal, Canada. Dr. Yaici is author and coauthor of more than 150 refereed journal articles, conference papers and book chapters. She has also written more than 100 confidential technical reports for industrial projects. She is reviewer for many international scientific journals, is a member of ASME, ASHRAE, IEEE, IEEE PES, International Solar Energy Society, Canadian Artificial Intelligence Association, and is a Registered Professional Engineer in the province of Ontario (PEO), Canada. Dr. Yaici received her Ph.D. in Process Engineering from the National Polytechnic Institute of Lorraine, Nancy, France.

Affiliations and expertise
CanmetENERGY Research Centre of Natural Resources Canada in Ottawa, Canada