Description
In her timely new book, best-selling author Rebecca Busby provides a balanced, comprehensive view of the wind power industry. Dr. Jon G. McGowan recommends this well-written and well-documented book as "required reading for people who want to obtain an initial overview of this most interesting energy field."
Features & Benefits
- Provides a complete overview of wind power generation, technology, and industry practices
- Explains the steps to develop, operate, and manage a successful wind farm
- Covers wind power integration with power grids and energy storage solutions
- Includes guidance on offshore wind deployment and advanced turbine technologies
- Discusses environmental and economic considerations for wind energy projects
- Maps global wind resources and reviews international wind energy markets
- Enables readers to understand both technical and managerial aspects of the wind industry
Audience
- Power and energy engineers focusing on renewable energy
- Project managers and planners involved in wind farm development
- Researchers and technical managers in the wind and broader renewable energy sectors
- Policy makers, regulators, and environmental consultants interested in wind energy
- Students and educators studying renewable energy technology and integration
About the Author
Rebecca L. Busby has more than 35 years of writing/ editing experience in the energy industry. During the 1970s and 1980s, she covered research on natural gas, fuel cells, combined heat and power, and many other energy technologies. Since going freelance in 1989, she has published work on renewable resources, energy e.fficiency, and distributed power.
Details
Type: Hardcover
Size: 6x9
Pages: 568
Published: 2012
ISBN: 9781593702441
