Renewable Energy Microgeneration Systems

Renewable Energy Microgeneration Systems
Author: Qiang Yang
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 348
Release: 2020-10-30
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0128218711

Renewable Energy Microgeneration Systems presents the latest technology advances in small-scale energy generation (electricity and heat) in the context of low/medium voltage level electric power distribution networks. With a focus on scientific innovations of the methodologies, approaches and algorithms in enabling efficient and secure operation of microgeneration systems, this book also analyzes the current understanding of motivations and barriers affecting microgeneration adoption with the aim of identifying opportunities for improving the field deployment. Considering the recent advances of theories and implementations in modeling, design, planning and management of different forms of microgeneration systems, this reference provides applied researchers in the field of electrical engineering and renewable micro generation incredible insights into microgeneration systems technologies and the potential for new technologies and markets. Provides modeling and optimization methods and techniques for micro-generation systems Covers multidisciplinary content, providing an opportunity for different stakeholders in various engineering fields Includes recent research advances in the field, with a focus on real case studies and policy

A Practical Guide to Renewable Energy

A Practical Guide to Renewable Energy
Author: Christopher Kitcher
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 170
Release: 2012
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0080970648

Learn more about renewable energy, how to install and inspect renewable energy systems and gain certification. This is a perfect introduction to one of the construction industry's leading growth areas. It provides an overview of all types of renewable energy sources, as well as information relating to the installation and inspection of renewable energy systems. The practical focus in this book will give you the confidence to pass micro-generation exams, discuss the subject with clients and work on all new and emerging renewable energy systems. It does this by providing you with: Step-by-step instructions in how to fit and test renewable energy systems Clear diagrams, photos and flow charts that demonstrate core principles Questions and answers that enable you to test your knowledge and further your understanding of the subject As a student or professional this textbook will provide the information needed to pass your course and is also an ideal onsite reference. Chris Kitcher is an Electrical Installation lecturer at Central Sussex College, author of the bestselling Practical Guide to Inspection, Testing and Certification of Electrical Installations and has 45 years of experience in the electrical industry. The first guide to the field of renewable energy aimed at the vocational and professional construction courses A hot topic in an industry with over 200,000 students and professionals Written by bestselling author Chris Kitcher

Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems and Microgrids

Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems and Microgrids
Author: Ersan Kabalci
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 529
Release: 2020-11-21
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 012823248X

Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems and Microgrids covers the modeling and analysis for each type of integrated and operational hybrid energy system. Looking at the fundamentals for conventional energy systems, decentralized generation systems, RES technologies and hybrid integration of RES power plants, the most important contribution this book makes is combining emerging energy systems that improve micro and smart grid systems and their components. Sections cover traditional system characteristics, features, challenges and benefits of hybrid energy systems over the conventional power grid, the deployment of emerging power electronic technologies, and up-to-date electronic devices and systems, including AC and DC waveforms. Conventional, emerging and hierarchical control methods and technologies applied in microgrid operations are covered to give researchers and practitioners the information needed to ensure reliability, resilience and flexibility of implemented hybrid energy systems. Presents detailed contents on emerging power networks provided by decentralized and distributed generation approaches Covers driving factors, photovoltaic based power plant modeling and planning studies Introduces hierarchical control methods and technologies applied in microgrid operations to ensure reliability, resilience and flexibility of hybrid energy systems

Domestic Microgeneration

Domestic Microgeneration
Author: Iain Staffell
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 451
Release: 2015-06-19
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1317448847

Microgeneration – producing energy for the home, in the home – is a substantial improvement over the current centralised and detached energy model employed the world over. Domestic Microgeneration is the first in-depth reference work for this exciting and emerging field of energy generation. It provides detailed reviews of ten state-of-the-art technologies: including solar PV and thermal, micro-CHP and heat pumps; and considers them within the wider context of the home in which they are installed and the way that they are operated. Alongside the many successes, this book highlights the common pitfalls that beset the industry. It offers best-practice guidance on how they can be avoided by considering the complex linkages between technology, user, installer and government. This interdisciplinary work draws together the social, economic, political and environmental aspects of this very diverse energy ‘genre’ into a single must-have reference for academics and students of sustainability and energy related subjects, industry professionals, policy makers and the growing number of energy-literate householders who are looking for ways to minimise their environmental footprint and their energy bills with microgeneration.

Power Electronics Applications in Renewable Energy Systems

Power Electronics Applications in Renewable Energy Systems
Author: Gilsoo Jang
Publisher: MDPI
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2021-06-04
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3039287001

The renewable generation system is currently experiencing rapid growth in various power grids. The stability and dynamic response issues of power grids are receiving attention due to the increase in power electronics-based renewable energy. The main focus of this Special Issue is to provide solutions for power system planning and operation. Power electronics-based devices can offer new ancillary services to several industrial sectors. In order to fully include the capability of power conversion systems in the network integration of renewable generators, several studies should be carried out, including detailed studies of switching circuits, and comprehensive operating strategies for numerous devices, consisting of large-scale renewable generation clusters.

Microgeneration

Microgeneration
Author: Dave Parker
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 223
Release: 2011-04-08
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 0080942296

Spiraling fuel costs, frequent power cuts, “energy wars with fuel-rich countries holding consumers to ransom--these are just some of the issues that are helping to ensure that microgeneration of power, at the individual building level, is becoming a more and more attractive option to grid power. In this book author Dave Parker describes the many and varied microgeneration options, from wind turbines and solar power to biomass and heatsinks, and even gives advice on how architects and developers can best access the increasingly large amount of government funding to help implement these strategies. This book can help those in the building and construction industry to really make a difference in the fight against climate change, by explaining how to utilize the technology already within our reach. Comprehensive review of the latest technology available Shows how to assess/compare/combine the merits of the available systems Gives hard information on how to adopt appropriate microgeneration technology for a specific project

Micro Energy Systems

Micro Energy Systems
Author: Mike Knowles
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 280
Release: 2004-11-05
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9781860584268

This interesting book aims to contrast the existing and developing generating systems typically in the range 1kW to 2MW for use in hospitals, supermarkets, leisure centres, government and commercial building and domestic housing generally and for direct connection to the grid.COMPLETE CONTENTS Renewable energy in the UK - an issue of scale Wind turbines - a reviewof smaller units Run of river hydro for the UK and overseas Small hydro for remote areas - an international view Micro CHP - energy services and smart metering Micro combined heat and power Stirling engine based microenergy systems Running microturbines on biogas Community biomass gasification CHP Really small micro-scale generation (PV) The 'RICT' engine in micro energy and CHP systems Pressurized hybrid fuel cell system Reinventing electricity distribution Micro Energy Systems will be useful to project developers, power generators, local government and building services engineers in the industrial and commercial sector in the UK and throughout the world.