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Books in Energy and power

Elsevier’s Energy and Power Collection offers the latest innovations in the energy transition with a focus on content that supports and advances the reduction of CO2 emissions. The collection includes content on solar, wind, geothermal, nuclear, biofuels and bioenergy, hydrogen and fuel cells, and addresses topics such as energy storage, efficiency, management, economics, and policy, among others.

  • Nuclear Science, Technology, and Civilization

    • 1st Edition
    • Zhou Tao + 2 more
    • English
    Nuclear Science, Technology, and Civilization presents an introduction to nuclear science and technology, providing technical terms and examples in an accessible way. Beginning with an introduction to the fundamental concepts of nuclear science, nuclear technology, and nuclear energy, the book then reviews the origin and historical developments of nuclear energy and nuclear technology across multiple applications, such as industry, agriculture, and medicine. A collection of global case studies are then presented, reviewing national conditions of typical countries or regions to explain the differences in the impact of nuclear science and technology on similar communities.The book also offers a deep dive into the energy demand for nuclear science technology, considering topics such as carbon peaking and carbon neutrality goals. It concludes with a discussion on the future of human and nuclear civilization, outlining the impact of future, advanced nuclear technology.

  • Power Valorization to Liquid Fuels

    Exploring the Membrane Technology Role
    • 1st Edition
    • Angelo Basile + 1 more
    • English
    Power Valorization to Liquid Fuels: Exploring the Membrane Technology Role presents an in-depth exploration of the latest advancements in power valorization, focusing on the conversion of renewable energy into valuable liquid fuels. This comprehensive guide navigates recent developments and emerging technologies, offering a bridge between research and practice. It delves into efficient technologies and environmental control strategies for power valorization to liquid fuels, including the latest developments in power valorization approaches and the analysis of emerging technologies for renewable energy conversion.In addition, the book provides a detailed overview of the underlying principles, processes, and advancements in technologies, highlighting environmental implications and providing insights into carbon footprint and sustainability aspects associated with power valorization to liquid fuels. Furthermore, it explores existing policies, successful regulatory frameworks, and proposes policy recommendations to facilitate the growth of power valorization to liquid fuels.

  • Thermomechanics of Solar Receivers

    Structural Materials, Components, and Systems
    • 1st Edition
    • Amos Madhlopa
    • English
    Thermomechanics of Solar Receivers: Structural Materials, Components, and Systems brings together the latest knowledge in this advanced field, covering theoretical concepts, design methods, and applications, and offering potential routes to improved concentrated solar power (CSP) performance. The book begins by introducing solar receivers, their basic thermodynamics, and the characteristics of structural materials, before in-depth chapters examine key theoretical concepts, including stress and strain in structural materials, thermal buckling of materials and components, elastic structural deflection of components, thermal shock creep, fatigue, and structural failure. The second part of the book focuses on design methods, covering thermomechanical simulation, thermomechanical optimization, and structural design of solar receivers. A final section explores testing, cutting-edge applications, and challenges and opportunities in the advancement of solar receivers. This is a valuable resource for all those with an interest in solar receivers, concentrated solar power, and solar energy, including researchers, advanced students, faculty, scientists, engineers, R&D, and other industry professionals.

  • Advanced Thermal Storage Technologies for Sustainable Energy Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Huijin Xu + 5 more
    • English
    Advanced Thermal Storage Technologies for Sustainable Energy Applications explores the forefront of thermal storage technologies for renewable energy applications. Authored by a team of experts in the field, this book encapsulates the most significant scientific contributions and contents that offer detailed insights into various thermal storage methods and their applications. From advanced materials in thermal storage to innovations in solid-solid latent thermal storage, each chapter presents cutting-edge research and case studies that push the boundaries of sustainable energy solutions. This detailed exploration of thermal energy storage begins with an introduction to thermal storage for renewables, followed by discussions on advanced materials, sensible molten-salt thermal storage, and solid-solid latent thermal storage. The book covers sorption thermal storage technology, thermochemical heat storage advancements, and integration with phase change materials. With a comprehensive overview of heat-pump-integrated thermal storage and Carnot battery systems, readers gain a deep understanding of optimizing energy storage for low-grade heat recovery applications. The conclusion and future outlook section provides valuable insights into the evolving landscape of thermal storage technologies.Advance... Thermal Storage Technologies for Sustainable Energy Applications caters to a diverse audience of researchers, engineers, and policymakers seeking to enhance their knowledge in renewable energy utilization. The book addresses the pressing need for updated resources in the face of rapid technological advancements and the increasing emphasis on energy efficiency and sustainability. By offering a holistic view of thermal storage methods and practical applications, this book equips readers with the tools to navigate the complexities of thermal energy storage technology and implement effective solutions in the ever-evolving renewable energy sector.

  • Electric Mobility Systems

    Fundamentals, Infrastructure, and Future Trends
    • 1st Edition
    • Marcos Tostado-Véliz + 1 more
    • English
    Electric Mobility Systems: Fundamentals, Infrastructure, and Future Trends presents a systems-level examination of electrified transport within the broader context of global decarbonization and energy transition strategies. The book addresses the growing need for an integrated reference that connects vehicle technologies, charging infrastructure, energy storage systems, grid interaction, and regulatory frameworks. By situating electric mobility within current climate objectives and CO₂ reduction pathways, it clarifies the technical, economic, and geopolitical drivers shaping the transformation of the transportation sector. The volume explores foundational principles across electric powertrains, battery and hydrogen storage technologies, power electronics, charging architectures, and vehicle-to-everythin... (V2X) paradigms. It provides structured coverage of electric vehicle typologies—including passenger cars, UAVs, and other emerging platforms—alongside smart charging strategies and grid-integrated energy management. Emphasis is placed on lifecycle emissions, supply-chain vulnerabilities, market evolution, standards, and system-level trade-offs, enabling readers to understand both technological capabilities and deployment constraints. Designed for researchers, engineers, infrastructure planners, policymakers, and advanced students, the book balances technical rigor with accessibility. Each chapter follows a consistent format—introduction, technical foundations, current applications, and future implications—allowin... independent consultation and digital discoverability. By synthesizing comparative technology assessments, data-driven insights, and forward-looking analysis, the reference supports evidence-based decision making and strategic planning toward resilient, low-carbon transport systems.

  • Energy Storage Materials

    Innovations and Emerging Trends
    • 1st Edition
    • Sunaja Devi K. R + 2 more
    • English
    Energy Storage Materials: Innovations and Emerging Trends addresses the urgent global need for advanced, sustainable energy storage solutions. As the transition to renewable energy accelerates, the demand for high-performance, cost-effective, and environmentally-frie... storage systems has never been greater. This scientific reference fills a critical gap by focusing on the latest developments in materials chemistry, nanotechnology, and device engineering, offering a consolidated resource for researchers and professionals navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of energy storage technologies. The book's contents are organized into three distinct parts: fundamentals of energy storage, advanced functional materials, and emerging technologies.Chapter... provide in-depth coverage of core concepts, including design metrics, battery principles, and the optimization of electrolytes and separators. The book explores the synthesis, properties, and applications of cutting-edge materials such as carbon quantum dots, graphene derivatives, metal oxides and sulfides, conducting polymers, MXenes, MBenes, organometallic frameworks, MOFs, and their composites. It further examines sustainable and adaptive solutions including biomass-derived electrodes, hydrogel-based materials, self-healing systems, thin-film devices, and computational modeling, culminating in a forward-looking analysis of market trends and future directions.

  • Electrochemical Pathways for Sustainable Energy and Resource Recovery

    • 1st Edition
    • Vincent Gomes + 1 more
    • English
    Electrochemical Pathways for Sustainable Energy and Resource Recovery explores the innovative intersection of electrochemistry, bioenergy, and resource recovery. The book reviews current electrochemical technologies and future trends in sustainable bioenergy and resource recovery, including biodegradable materials into usable forms of energy. It covers the basics of electrochemical principles, electrode materials, and cell configurations and focuses on hydrogen and other energy carriers such as syngas and ammonia. The book also introduces electrochemical CO2 reduction technologies and provides a cost analysis and lifecycle assessment of electrolysis-based bioenergy systems.It begins with fundamentals, covering principles, electrode materials, electrolytes, and cell configurations, and examines the integration of electrolysis with waste-to-energy processes. In addition, the book introduces electrochemical solutions for energy and resource recovery, highlighting the role of electrolysis in sustainable energy production and photoelectrochemical systems. A dedicated chapter on electrolytic hydrogen production, including design considerations and integration with renewable energy sources is also included as are advanced wastewater treatment through electrolysis. The book also explores electrochemical methods for biomass upgrading and valorization, integrating electrolysis with anaerobic digestion and waste-to-energy processes, amongst many other important topics.

  • Waste Management in the Circular Economy Context

    • 1st Edition
    • Jurgita Malinauskaite + 1 more
    • English
    Waste Management in the Circular Economy Context explores sustainable waste management within the context of a circular economy through a comprehensive exploration of policies, innovative technologies, and case studies aimed at fostering a greener future. This practical reference book dissects the critical interplay between energy waste management and economic considerations, offering invaluable insights into circular economy frameworks, waste management challenges, regulatory policies, circular business models, consumer behavior transformations, and the design and development of waste heat recovery technologies. Key chapters discuss waste management challenges, policy frameworks, circular business models, consumer behavior shifts, and the development of waste heat recovery technologies.Further... it digs into practical applications contexts such as municipal waste management, e-waste management, wastewater management, and integrated waste management, culminating in a forward-looking conclusion and future outlook on sustainable waste practices. With a focus on promoting responsible consumption and harnessing innovative technologies like heat pipe heat exchangers, this book serves as a valuable resource for consultants, policymakers, and organizations striving to advance circular economy principles in waste management practices.

  • Thermal System Design and Simulation

    • 2nd Edition
    • P.L. Dhar + 1 more
    • English
    Thermal System Design and Simulation, Second Edition covers the fundamental analyses of thermal energy systems that enable users to effectively formulate their own simulation and optimal design procedures. It provides step-by-step guidance on how to mathematically formulate objective functions and design constraints and develop strategies to solve them to obtain optimal solutions with minimal computational effort. It uniquely illustrates the methodology of combining information flow diagrams to simplify system simulation procedures needed in optimal design. Expanded and updated for currency, the book includes case studies and a comprehensive presentation on the dynamics of thermal systems and control systems needed to ensure safe operations.Designed to give readers the hands-on skills needed to develop their own customized software for simulating and designing thermal systems, this book is useful for anyone interested in obtaining advanced knowledge of thermal system analysis and design.

  • Recent Advances in Biodiesel Production

    Mechanisms, Processes and Technologies
    • 1st Edition
    • João Fernando Gomes + 1 more
    • English
    Recent Advances in Biodiesel Production: Mechanisms, Processes and Technologies brings together the latest developments in the production of biodiesel, namely related to the type and features of catalysts, operating reaction conditions, yields, and specifications of obtained biodiesel, also covering novel areas such as the use of machine learning and data mining. This latest volume in the Woodhead Series in Bioenergy is of interest to researchers, faculty, scientists, engineers, industrial practitioners, and graduate and postgraduate students working on the production and usage of biodiesel-derived fuels, and across energy, renewable energy, transport systems, chemical engineering, catalysis, and decarbonization.

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