Renewable Energy
Renewable Energy
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Renewable Energy by David Elliott
The use of renewables is spreading rapidly. Over a quarter of global electricity is already generated from solar, wind, hydro and biomass energy. With costs falling significantly, renewables are booming, helping to avoid the major climate change risks associated with fossil fuel use in power stations, homes and vehicles. But can we get rid of all of these dirty energy sources – and nuclear power, as well – and deliver 100% of our energy from renewables? Or are renewable energy systems inherently unreliable and expensive, given the need to deal with their variability? In this timely analysis, leading energy expert David Elliott tackles these issues head on and asks to what extent renewables can deliver a technologically and economically viable energy future. Exploring both the progress and problems of renewables against a backdrop of rising energy demand, he argues that, on balance, they do seem to be living up to their promises. With renewables rapidly expanding across the globe, and China now leading the pack, a renewable future could really be on the horizon.“This timely book provides an easily readable account of how renewable energy has emerged as the main driver of a transition away from fossil fuelsI highly recommend it for all readers interested in energy and climate.”
Mark Z. Jacobson, Stanford University
“How can we move to a sustainable energy system? This book addresses the key issues, with the insights and clarity expected from the UK’s most distinguished commentator on renewables.”
Nick Eyre, Director, Centre for Research into Energy Demand Solutions
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781509541645 |
| ISBN 10 | 1509541640 |
| Title | Renewable Energy |
| Author | David Elliott |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | John Wiley and Sons Ltd |
| Year published | 2020-07-10 |
| Number of pages | 256 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |