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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.

  • Bioenergy from Agricultural Residues

    • 1st Edition
    • R. Praveen Kumar + 1 more
    • English
    Bioenergy from Agricultural Residues provides an in-depth understanding of the latest advancements in the bioenergy field, along with the challenges and opportunities for its future research. The book delivers solutions to specific problems through case studies and examples of successful bioenergy projects from different parts of the world, which can serve to inform and inspire policymakers, researchers, industry professionals, and students interested in advancing sustainable energy production. This timely text analyzes economic and environmental implications of bioenergy production from agricultural residues and provides insights into the development of sustainable bioenergy systems.It serves as a quality resource for anyone interested in sustainable energy and the utilization of agricultural residues for bioenergy production, including economic and environmental aspects, which is aligned with Elsevier’s Energy with Purpose commitment to support meeting the world's energy needs while protecting the planet for future generations.

  • Robust Dynamic State Estimation of Power Systems

    • 1st Edition
    • Junbo Zhao + 2 more
    • English
    Robust Dynamic State Estimation of Power Systems demonstrates how to implement and apply robust dynamic state estimators to problems in modern power systems, thereby bridging the literatures of dynamic state estimation and robust estimation theory. The book presents Kalman filter algorithms, demonstrating how to build powerful, robust counterparts. Following sections build out case study-based implementations of robust Kalman filters to decontextualized applications across dynamic state estimation in power systems. Coverage encompasses theoretical backgrounds, motivations, problem formulation, implementations, uncertainties, anomalies and practical applications, such as generator parameter calibration, unknown inputs estimation, control failure detection, protection, and cyberattack detection. Future research topics are identified and discussed, including open research questions. The book will serve as a key reference for power system real-time monitoring, control center engineers, and graduate students for learning (course related work) and research.

  • Stochastic Planning and Modeling for Energy Systems

    Methods, Applications, and Developments
    • 1st Edition
    • Miadreza Shafie-Khah
    • English
    Stochastic Planning and Modeling for Energy Systems: Methods, Applications, and Developments acts as a comprehensive resource on both modeling and planning techniques for stochastic methods in power systems, spanning from scenario generation and reduction to investment and operational planning under uncertainty. Ensuring reliability and resilience in today’s rapid energy transition landscape requires rigorous uncertainty management. Chapters demonstrate modeling systems with multiple, interacting uncertainties, load, renewables, network constraints, prices, and using those models for robust investment and operational planning. Methods, applications, and the latest developments including stochastic methods to generation, distribution, capacity investment, DER siting, and demand-side flexibility, especially under high shares of renewables and EVs are presented. Additionally, real-world planning challenges, including capacity expansion, microgrid design, and integration of new technologies like hydrogen, batteries, and supercapacitors are examined. Real-world case studies and algorithms are included to demonstrate stochastic workflows and methods. Stochastic Planning and Modeling for Energy Systems: Methods, Applications, and Developments is valuable to transmission and distribution operators, system planners, market designers, power-system engineers, energy analysts, and MSc-level graduate students in power systems engineering.

  • Innovative Approaches to Renewable Energy Systems with Hydrogen

    • 1st Edition
    • Tolga Taner
    • English
    “Innovative Approaches to Renewable Energy Systems with Hydrogen” comprehensively pairs fundamentals, advancements and practical applications together to focus on innovative solutions for renewable energy systems and specifically, hydrogen and fuel-cell applications. The book encompasses fundamental principles of renewable energy systems as well as advanced technologies in hydrogen production, energy management, and the integration of green energy solutions. With a detailed exploration of case studies on successful implementations, policy impacts, economic aspects, and sustainability practices, this book serves as a valuable resource for industry professionals and researchers seeking to enhance their understanding of environmentally friendly energy systems. “Innovative Approaches to Renewable Energy Systems with Hydrogen” is tailored for professionals and researchers in the energy sector, academia, and government organizations. By providing a unique perspective on energy efficiency, sustainability, and green energy technologies, this book aims to bridge the gap between theory and practice, offering solutions that support the adoption of environmentally friendly energy systems. With a focus on integration and optimization of renewable energy systems, technical and economic analyses, and advancements in hydrogen energy technologies, this book is a key resource for individuals seeking to contribute to the evolution of sustainable energy practices.

  • Hydropower Plants

    A Contemporary Guide for Hydropower Plants in the Global Scope
    • 1st Edition
    • Štefan Tkáč + 1 more
    • English
    Hydropower Plants: A Contemporary Guide for Hydropower Plants in the Global Scope presents a complete overview of all aspects of hydroelectric power engineering. With a focus on unifying technical implementation with environmental and geopolitical issues, it guides readers to the best design and construction methods for each project. The book explains how to reduce the risk of unreliable and underestimated performance in the final construction of hydropower plants by balancing the complex connections between civil, mechanical, and hydrological aspects. The chapters – which each cover a key area of hydropower – address the current state of the art, the essential problems of each area, and offer practical solutions and case studies from industry.This book offers hydropower professionals and students of civil, mechanical, and hydraulic engineering with a contemporary guide to all aspects of hydropower plants from planning to construction.

  • Process Systems Engineering Tools for Industrial Decarbonization

    • 1st Edition
    • Dominic Foo + 2 more
    • English
    Process Systems Engineering Tools for Industrial Decarbonization explores the latest mathematical methods driving large-scale adoption of technologies aimed at reducing carbon emissions in industrial systems. By examining systematic strategies for planning, decision-making, and designing low-carbon industrial processes, the book offers readers—both experts and newcomers—a comprehensive understanding of how recent advances in process engineering can support a sustainable future. Special emphasis is placed on the integration and optimization of cutting-edge technologies such as Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS), Negative Emission Technologies (NETs), and other innovative decarbonization solutions as they mature and become viable at scale.Beyond technical frameworks, the book addresses the urgent need to manage rising atmospheric CO₂ levels, which now average 420 ppm—well above safe thresholds. It highlights the importance of using decision-making tools to efficiently deploy and systematize available technologies, ensuring the industrial sector contributes effectively to climate mitigation.

  • Sustainable Materials for a Carbon-Neutral Energy Future

    • 1st Edition
    • Santanu Patra + 1 more
    • English
    Rapid advancements in materials science and engineering have resulted in the emergence of innovative carbon-neutral approaches with enhanced properties and reduced environmental impact. These materials include but are not limited to, low-carbon footprint composites, bio-based polymers, and recyclable energy storage solutions. This book provides an up-to-date exploration of these cutting-edge materials, equipping readers with the knowledge to leverage their potential. Climate change has emerged as one of the most pressing challenges facing humanity, necessitating a swift and comprehensive transition to sustainable energy sources. The development and adoption of carbon-neutrality plays a pivotal role in achieving this transition by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enabling the widespread implementation of renewable energy systems. The purpose of this book is to provide a timely and comprehensive resource that explores the potential of carbon-neutral approaches for green energy, addressing the growing demand for knowledge in this rapidly evolving field.

  • Biomass‐Based Smart Nanomaterials

    Transforming Biomass Wastes to Advanced Materials for Environmental Remediation
    • 1st Edition
    • Olusola Olaitan Ayeleru + 3 more
    • English
    Biomass-based Smart Nanomaterials: Transforming Biomass Wastes to Advanced Materials for Environmental Remediation covers various aspects of biomass-derived smart nanomaterials, from properties and preparation methods to environmental applications and lifecycle assessment. The book starts with an introduction to the fundamentals of materials’ preparation and innovative developments in the synthesis of a wide range of nanomaterials, highlighting sustainable production trends and green synthesis methods. The following chapters focus on their environmental applications, including water treatment, sustainable environmental remediation, and the utilization of smart nanomaterials for wastewater treatment and freshwater generation. The book also discusses lifecycle assessments, techno-economic analyses, and future research directions, offering insights into the scalability, market size, and impact of biomass-based smart nanomaterials. This reference is a valuable resource for researchers, academics, and professionals working in the fields of nanotechnology, materials science, environmental science, and waste management who are interested in the transformation of biomass wastes into advanced materials for environmental remediation.

  • Advances in Thermal Energy Storage Systems

    Methods and Applications
    • 3rd Edition
    • Luisa F. Cabeza
    • English
    Advances in Thermal Energy Storage Systems: Methods and Applications, Third Edition, presents a fully updated comprehensive analysis of thermal energy storage systems (TES) including all major advances and developments since the second edition published. This very successful publication provides readers with all the information related to TES in one resource, along with a variety of applications across the energy/power and construction sectors, as well as, new to this edition, the transport industry. After an introduction to TES systems, editor Prof. Dr. Luisa F. Cabeza and her team of expert authors consider the source, design and operation of the use of water, molten salts, concrete, aquifers, boreholes and a variety of phase change materials for TES systems, before analyzing thermochemical energy storage. This edition benefits from several new chapters covering the most advanced technologies including TES using solid particles or packed bed tanks, cryogenic latent heat storage and solid-solid PCMs, advanced control systems and sector coupling and flexibility due to the integration of TES. It will benefit researchers and academics of energy systems and thermal energy storage, construction engineering academics, engineers and practitioners in the energy and power industry, as well as architects of plants and storage systems and R&D managers.

  • Biomethane

    A Sustainable Bioenergy Towards Net-Zero Emissions
    • 1st Edition
    • Tonni Agustiono Kurniawan + 1 more
    • English
    Biomethane: A Sustainable Bioenergy Towards Net-Zero Emissions is a comprehensive resource on the production, purification, and utilization of biomethane as a renewable energy source and its role in the global energy transition and decarbonization efforts. It provides an in-depth exploration of the technological, environmental, economic, and policy aspects of biomethane production, with an emphasis on producing high quality biomethane at an industrial scale. The book is divided into five sections, beginning with an overview of biomethane production from organic waste feedstocks, innovative production methods, and recent technological advancements. It covers various biogas purification techniques, including biological processes, membrane technology, and co-fermentation strategies, to enhance biomethane quality. The book also includes detailed life cycle assessments and economic evaluations to assess the sustainability and financial viability of biomethane production. Additionally, it presents global case studies and best practices, providing practical insights and lessons learned for effective implementation and scaling of biomethane technologies. Biomethane: A Sustainable Bioenergy Towards Net-Zero Emissions is an essential resource for engineers, researchers, scientists, and practitioners working on biogas and biomethane, as well as graduate and post-graduate students in academia. It will also be of interest to individuals working in climate change and those seeking a broad understanding of biomethane's role in the energy transition. This book brings together experts from across the globe, offering a unique blend of scientific, technological, legislative, and practical insights to advance the field of biomethane and support the energy transition.

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