Ocean thermal energy conversion

Ocean thermal energy conversion
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries. Subcommittee on Oceanography
Publisher:
Total Pages: 770
Release: 1980
Genre: Ocean thermal power plants
ISBN:

Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) Power Systems

Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) Power Systems
Author: Ennio Macchi
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
Total Pages: 700
Release: 2016-08-24
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0081005113

Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) Power Systems: Technologies and Applications provides a systematic and detailed description of organic Rankine cycle technologies and the way they are increasingly of interest for cost-effective sustainable energy generation. Popular applications include cogeneration from biomass and electricity generation from geothermal reservoirs and concentrating solar power installations, as well as waste heat recovery from gas turbines, internal combustion engines and medium- and low-temperature industrial processes. With hundreds of ORC power systems already in operation and the market growing at a fast pace, this is an active and engaging area of scientific research and technical development. The book is structured in three main parts: (i) Introduction to ORC Power Systems, Design and Optimization, (ii) ORC Plant Components, and (iii) Fields of Application. - Provides a thorough introduction to ORC power systems - Contains detailed chapters on ORC plant components - Includes a section focusing on ORC design and optimization - Reviews key applications of ORC technologies, including cogeneration from biomass, electricity generation from geothermal reservoirs and concentrating solar power installations, waste heat recovery from gas turbines, internal combustion engines and medium- and low-temperature industrial processes - Various chapters are authored by well-known specialists from Academia and ORC manufacturers

Advanced Concepts for Renewable Energy Supply of Data Centres

Advanced Concepts for Renewable Energy Supply of Data Centres
Author: Jaume Salom
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 337
Release: 2022-09-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1000799352

The rapid increase of cloud computing, high performance computing (HPC) and the vast growth in Internet and Social Media use have aroused the interest in energy consumption and the carbon footprint of Data Centres. Data Centres primarily contain electronic equipment used for data processing (servers), data storage (storage equipment), and communications (network equipment). Collectively, this equipment processes, stores, and transmits digital information and is known as information technology (IT) equipment. Advanced Concepts for Renewable Energy Supply of Data Centres introduces a number of technical solutions for the supply of power and cooling energy into Data Centres with enhanced utilisation of renewable energy sources in order to achieve low energy Data Centres. Because of the high energy density nature of these unique infrastructures, it is essential to implement energy efficiency measures and reduce consumption before introducing any renewable energy source. A holistic approach is used with the objective of integrating many technical solutions such as management of the IT (Information Technology) load, efficient electrical supply to the IT systems, Low-Ex air-conditioning systems, interaction with district heating and cooling networks, re-use of heat, free cooling (air, seawater, groundwater), optimal use of heat and cold storage, electrical storage and integration in smart grids. This book is therefore a catalogue of advanced technical concepts that could be integrated into Data Centres portfolio in order to increase the overall efficiency and the share of renewable energies in power and cooling supply. Based on dynamic energy models implemented in TRNSYS some concepts are deeply evaluated through yearly simulations. The results of the simulation are illustrated with Sankey charts, where the energy flows per year within the subsystems of each concept for a selected scenario are shown, and graphs showing the results of parametric analysis. A set of environmental metrics (as the non-renewable primary energy) and financial metrics (CAPEX and OPEX) as well of energy efficiency metrics like the well-known PUE, are described and used to evaluate the different technical concepts.

Energy for Keeps

Energy for Keeps
Author: Marilyn Nemzer
Publisher: Pixyjack PressLlc
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2010
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780974476551

Energy for Keeps is an illustrated guide for everyone who uses electricity! From students to energy policy makers, this book helps readers of all ages understand the energy issues that now loom large in our daily news. With clear language and engaging illustrations, Energy for Keeps covers all renewable energy sources, the science of electricity generation, energy history, environmental considerations and energy conservations and efficiency. The book is scientifically accurate: it was reviewed by over 75 energy and engineering experts. An earlier edition won two national green power industry awards. See compelling reader comments and more information at www.energyforkeeps.org.

Strategic Foresight

Strategic Foresight
Author: Patricia Lustig
Publisher: Triarchy Press
Total Pages: 188
Release: 2015-07-14
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1909470686

This is a practical (field) guide to foresight and foresight tools for leaders in business, the public sector and NGOs, to aid their practice in strategy, decision making and change.

Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC)

Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC)
Author: Albert S. Kim
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 186
Release: 2020-05-13
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1789855713

The 21st century is characterized as an era of natural resource depletion, and humanity is faced with several threats due to the lack of food, energy, and water. Climate change and sea-level rise are at unprecedented levels, being phenomena that make predicting the future of ocean resources more complicated. Oceans contain a limitless amount of water with small (but finite) temperature differences from their surfaces to their floors. To advance the utilization of ocean resources, this book readdresses the past achievements, present developments, and future progress of ocean thermal energy, from basic sciences to sociology and cultural aspects.

Introduction of Nuclear Desalination

Introduction of Nuclear Desalination
Author: International Atomic Energy Agency
Publisher:
Total Pages: 312
Release: 2000
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:

Interest in using nuclear energy for producing potable water has been growing around the world over the past ten years. This book provides guidance for decision makers on introducing nuclear desalination, and describes the steps involved in project implementation. The purpose is to facilitate the introduction of this technology and the sharing of resources amongst interested Member States.

Renewable Energy Resources

Renewable Energy Resources
Author: John Twidell
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 458
Release: 2006-01-16
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1135834849

In the years between the first and this second edition, renewable energy has come of age; it makes good sense, good government and good business. This book considers the unchanging principles of renewable energy technologies alongside modern application and case studies. In this second edition, the presentation of the fundamentals has been improved throughout, and chapters on economics and institutional factors have been added. Likewise, sections on environmental impact have been added to each technology chapter. Renewable Energy Resources supports multi-disciplinary.