Large energy storage systems handbook /

In the current push to convert to renewable sources of energy, many issues raised years ago on the economics and the difficulties of siting energy storage are once again being raised today. When large amounts of wind, solar, and other renewable energy sources are added to existing electrical grids,...

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Corporate Author: Taylor & Francis
Other Authors: Levine, Jonah G., Barnes, Frank S., 1932-
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Boca Raton : CRC Press, ©2011.
Series:Mechanical engineering series (Boca Raton, Fla.)
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:In the current push to convert to renewable sources of energy, many issues raised years ago on the economics and the difficulties of siting energy storage are once again being raised today. When large amounts of wind, solar, and other renewable energy sources are added to existing electrical grids, efficient and manageable energy storage becomes a crucial component to allowing a range of eco-friendly resources to play a significant role in our energy system. In order to fulfill our intended goal of diminishing dependence on non-renewable sources of energy and reducing our carbon footprint,
Physical Description:1 online resource (xv, 236 pages).
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN:9781420086010
1420086014
9780429141027
0429141025
113807196X
9781138071964