1st Edition

New Technologies for Energy Efficiency

By Michael Frank Hordeski Copyright 2002
    388 Pages
    by River Publishers

    First published in 2002. This book examines the full scope of technologies available to address the electricity supply crisis. The author details the tools and technologies available for incorporating smaller, cleaner, more efficient energy into energy management plans. He examines the role of new technologies in reducing operating costs and developing more innovative and practical approaches to energy management. Topics include implementation of alternative energy programs, management of power quality, cost-effective power generation solutions, cost-effective energy services, information monitoring and diagnostic systems, energy storage options, integration of lighting and cooling systems, and more.

    Energy Demand, Sources & Rate Trends

    Energy Sources: Heat Pumps, Solar Energy & Wind Power

    Integration of Cooling, Heating & Power Systems

    Power Quality, Loads & Harmonics

    Fuel Cell Power

    Modular Power Generation: Turbines, Gasification, Combined Cycle Generation

    Lighting Upgrades

    Computer Technology

    Index

    Biography

    Michael Frank Hordeski