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Books in Renewable energy and alternative technologies

Showcasing solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and emerging energy solutions, this collection supports researchers, engineers, and policymakers driving the transition to cleaner energy. Featuring innovative technologies, system integration, and policy frameworks, these resources facilitate sustainable energy deployment, addressing climate change and energy security with practical, real-world insights and case studies.

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    • Floating Energy Systems

      • 1st Edition
      • April 1, 2026
      • Catalina Spataru
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Floating Energy Systems: Shifting Tides in the Blue-Green Economy offers a detailed exploration and analysis of the latest technologies in floating energy systems – technologies and structures designed to generate power from renewable resources while floating on water bodies. These systems are part of the broader category of renewable energy technologies and have gained attention due to their potential to harness the untapped energy resources available on the surface of oceans, seas, lakes, and reservoirs. Key types of floating energy systems that are considered here include wind turbines, solar panels, wave energy converters, systems that utilize algae and other aquatic plants to produce bioenergy, ocean thermal energy conversion systems, and hybrid systems, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of their capabilities and potential impact. Despite the many benefits floating energy systems offer, there are many challenges relating to weather and climate, reliability, performance, cost, and regulations, and the book provides in-depth coverage of transmission technologies, business models and finance, vulnerability and resilience of green energy assets, regulatory frameworks, legal challenges, and environmental impact assessments, as well as exploring future innovations, opportunities, and directions. This is a valuable resource for readers looking to understand floating energy systems and seeking to stay abreast of the latest innovations in sustainable energy, including researchers, advanced students, faculty, engineers, R&D, scientists, practitioners in the energy sector, policy makers, and other professionals involved in sustainable energy policy, economics, investment, consultancy, or advocacy.

    • Solid Oxide Fuel Cells Science and Engineering

      • 1st Edition
      • April 1, 2026
      • Kongfa Chen + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Solid Oxide Fuel Cells Science and Engineering: Fundamentals, Materials, and Technologies is a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of solid oxide fuel cells. In addition to systematically reviewing the science and technologies of solid oxide fuel cells, the book provides numerical simulations, engineering applications and other important guidance on the commercialization and engineering of solid oxide fuel cells. The opening chapters of the book systematically explain the fundamentals, key emerging materials and technologies of solid oxide fuel cells, including surface chemistry and segregation, and oxygen reduction and fuel (such as hydrogen) oxidation reactions.It then examines the latest developments of cathode and anode materials as well as the robust nanostructured electrodes fabricated by innovative approaches such as exsolution for efficient and durable solid oxide fuel cells. The development of solid oxide fuel cells stacks and systems are also explained within the context of practical application. Finally, the book critically evaluates the development and fundamental issues of reversible solid oxide cells, as a promising technology for energy storage and regeneration. Throughout the book, there is a focus on increasing the theoretical and practical efficiency of solid oxide fuel cells, such as by activity/stability towards high power densities and increasing device lifetimes for commercialization.

    • Artificial Intelligence for Energy Efficiency

      • 1st Edition
      • April 1, 2026
      • Dasheng Lee + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Artificial Intelligence for Energy Efficiency is a comprehensive exploration of AI application technologies. The book integrates AI algorithms with the operational principles of electrical machinery and energy systems and introduces how these algorithms can alter the operational characteristics of such systems. With a focus on their use in enhancing energy efficiency, it imparts interdisciplinary knowledge and a deep understanding of the principles and methods of AI applications. The book begins with an overview of global trends in enhancing energy efficiency, followed by an introduction to AI algorithms applied in this field. Subsequent chapters, supported by industry case studies, delve into AI applications in enhancing motor efficiency, building and energy saving for building equipment, and smart city development. The book also addresses AI computing power saving and discusses the evolution of AI and the limits of energy efficiency improvement. It concludes with future prospects and the most beneficial application of AI for sustainable human development. Artificial Intelligence for Energy Efficiency is an essential read for graduate students in mechanical, electrical, architectural, and energy-related fields, as well as researchers interested in the intersection of AI and energy efficiency. This comprehensive guide offers a wealth of research case studies, making it a valuable reference tool for professionals in the energy sector.

    • Sustainable Waste-to-Energy

      • 1st Edition
      • April 1, 2026
      • Ashkan Nabavi-Pelesaraei + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Sustainable Waste-to-Energy: Life Cycle Assessment and Economical Metrics is a comprehensive guide that provides an in-depth understanding of various Waste-to-Energy technologies, their environmental and economic impacts, and the role of Life Cycle Assessment in evaluating these systems. It offers detailed protocols for conducting Life Cycle Assessments, thorough economic assessments, and real-world case studies, making it a crucial tool for decision-making in the field of waste management and renewable energy. The book opens with a comprehensive overview of Waste-to-Energy technologies, their conversion methods, and future prospects. It then examines the integration of waste management and energy recovery in the circular economy, using case studies and SWOT analyses. The book further explores the life cycle evaluation of energy production from waste conversion processes and the role of Life Cycle Assessment in urban waste management. It provides an in-depth analysis of Waste-to-Energy technologies, their environmental impacts, and their role in sustainability. The book concludes with case studies on Waste-to-Energy projects, offering global perspectives on sustainability and decarbonization. Sustainable Waste-to-Energy: Life Cycle Assessment and Economical Metrics is an invaluable resource for academic and industry researchers, engineers, scientists, sustainability managers, policy advisors, and project leaders who are involved in the development, implementation, and refinement of Waste-to-Energy initiatives.

    • Production of Bio-Oil and Biocrude from Thermochemical Conversion of Biomass

      • 1st Edition
      • April 1, 2026
      • Yulin Hu + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Production of Bio-Oil and Biocrude from Thermochemical Conversion of Biomass: Upgrading and Utilization explores the latest advances in transforming biomass and organic waste into renewable bio-oil and biocrude using thermochemical methods. Covering both dry and wet processes, the book highlights progress in catalyst selection and design for upgrading biofuels. It integrates bioeconomy and biorefinery concepts, focusing on technological innovations and practical applications. With real-world case studies, the text connects academic research and industrial practice, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and solutions in bio-oil and biocrude production.The book begins with an overview of the motivations and objectives behind bio-oil and biocrude production, followed by chapters on biomass availability, fundamentals of thermochemical conversion, and pretreatment techniques. It examines major processes like fast pyrolysis and hydrothermal liquefaction, emphasizing technological developments and practical hurdles. Readers will also find detailed coverage of fuel property tuning, catalytic hydrotreatment, and potential uses for upgraded biofuels. Global case studies and a forward-looking conclusion round out this essential guide for students, researchers, and industry professionals.

    • Safety and Reliability of Offshore Renewable Energies

      • 1st Edition
      • April 1, 2026
      • Rouzbeh Abbassi + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Safety and Reliability of Offshore Renewable Energies is a thorough and up-to-date resource that investigates the critical aspects of risk and reliability, to ensure asset durability and long-term performance while developing safe operations in the dynamic and challenging context of offshore renewable energy systems. The book begins with an overview of offshore renewable energy systems, before offering systematic, detailed coverage of regulatory standards for safety and reliability, environmental impacts of operations, risk assessment and management, human factors and safety culture, optimization of infrastructure plans, asset management and maintenance, and decommissioning of offshore renewable infrastructure. This is followed by in-depth chapters focusing on reliability and safety in specific areas, including wind farms, offshore hydrogen, wave and tidal energy, and floating PV systems. Finally, safety and risk in multi-purpose and co-located offshore facilities, an important emerging trend, is discussed. With the additional aim of bridging the gap between industry and academia, this book is of interest to all those involved in offshore renewable energy, including researchers, students, faculty, engineers, consultants, industry professionals, and policy makers.

    • Bioenergy Recovery from Biomass Waste

      • 1st Edition
      • April 1, 2026
      • Bing-Jie Ni + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Bioenergy Recovery from Biomass Waste provides a new paradigm to gain insight into the technical management of biomass waste conversion into clean energy and products such as heat, electricity, gaseous and liquid biofuels, chemicals, and fertilizers. The book discusses chemical and biological treatment methods for sludge, food wastes, algae, lignocellulosic waste and livestock manure, providing a comprehensive understanding of biomass resource treatment. Detailed chapters consider the relevant environmental risks during the biomass conversion process, explore practical applications, and provide theoretical guidance for improving the sustainability of waste management, analyzing and comparing the impact of different types of treatment technologies in terms of greenhouse gas emissions and reductions. Finally, current policies, bottlenecks and opportunities for waste treatment technologies and high value products are addressed. This new volume in the Woodhead Series in Bioenergy is of interest to all those with an interest in biomass waste treatment, resource recovery, bioenergy, and clean energy, including graduate students, researchers, faculty, engineers, R&D, industry professionals, and policy makers.

    • Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Morteza Nazari-Heris + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles: Fundamentals, Design, Performance, Applications, and AI-Driven Commercialization provides an authoritative resource on hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (HFCEVs), covering fundamentals, methods, and applications, and addressing the latest advances and changes in related technologies, and in the market. Sections introduce the key concepts of hydrogen fuel cell technology, classification, and types, along with operational characteristics, advantages, limitations, and discussions on hydrogen production and infrastructure. Other sections focus on HFCEVs, with in-depth chapters on components, performance, efficiency, applications, challenges, future perspectives, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and international regulations and standards.Case studies that demonstrate real-world implementations and pilot projects, along with lessons learned and best practice guidance are also included. Finally, example codes for intelligent control methodologies for HFCEVs are provided in the appendix.

    • Handbook of Microalgae-Based Processes and Products

      • 2nd Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Eduardo Jacob-Lopes + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      The Handbook of Microalgae-Based Processes and Products: Fundamentals and Advances in Energy, Food, Feed, Fertilizer, and Bioactive Compounds, Second Edition is an essential resource for understanding commercial-scale microalgae production and utilization. Covering the fundamentals, processes, products, engineering approaches, and advancements in microalgae technology, this comprehensive guide explores microbiology, metabolic aspects, production systems, wastewater treatment, CO2 capture, and harvesting techniques. It provides detailed insights into biogas, biodiesel, bioethanol, biohydrogen, single-cell protein, biofertilizers, and many other microalgal products. Moreover, the book discusses the engineering tools applied to microalgae biotechnology, such as process integration, intensification, techno-economic analysis, biorefineries, and lifecycle assessment.Finally, it addresses industrial applications and sustainable development, making it invaluable for researchers, students, and professionals in bioenergy, biomass, and high-value compounds. The holistic coverage of microalgae processes and products positions this handbook as a critical reference for engineering and bio-based industry planning.

    • State-of-the-Art Geothermal Well Drilling Case Studies

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Dan E Scott + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      State-of-the-Art Geothermal Well Drilling Case Studies provides updated information on technological advances and research on the state-of-the-art performance of recent geothermal wells drilled for energy in the global push to reduce greenhouse gases. The book provides advances in a rapidly growing market that has adopted and adapted oilfield technologies to rapid scale development and production as demonstrated through global examples in a case-study format. Different geologic formations and well trajectories require different drilling tools and drilling parameters to yield optimum results.Showcasing current examples of successful global geothermal well-drilling applications, this text provides readers, researchers, and industry professionals with the keys needed to rapidly scale geothermal drilling operations, a clean and abundant source of energy that supports sustainability and reduction of carbon emissions.

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