Encyclopedia of Energy Engineering and Technology - 3 Volume Set (Print Version)

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Features

  • Presents nearly 200 topics related to the generation, production, consumption, and conservation of power, heat, and lighting
  • Contains contributions from more than 300 esteemed researchers and practitioners in the field
  • Covers both basic concepts and advanced research in energy technologies
  • Includes terminology, historical background, key issues, references, and applications
  • Addresses energy analysis principles, energy uses, utility regulation, energy facilities, and environmental issues
  • Updates quarterly with new online material
  • Summary

    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.

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    Table of 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