Libros más populares en España●Recursos energéticos

For over 60 years, scientists and engineers have been trying to crack a seemingly intractable problem: how to build practical devices that exploit nuclear fusion. Access to electricity has facilitated a standard of living that was previously unimaginable, but as the world’s population grows and developing nations increasingly reap the benefits of electrification, we face a serious global problem: burning fossil fuels currently produces about eighty percent of the world's energy, but it produce...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2023-03-24 26,99 €

Una explicación clara y concisa del mercado eléctrico, un debate de rabiosa actualidad. En las noticias, en las primeras páginas de los periódicos, en acaloradas conversaciones con amigos. Unánime en la indignación, la sociedad tiene tantas soluciones como personas la conforman. Pero ¿cuál es la realidad del mercado eléctrico? ¿Cómo se forman los precios? Y sobre todo: ¿son excesivos? Ignacio Gistau ha dedicado toda su carrera profesional a los mercados de la energía de España, Ale...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2022-05-05 1,49 €

Una visión global del problema energético y de la necesidad de reabrir el debate sobre la energía nuclear. El futuro de la energía es uno de los mayores retos del siglo XXI. Los combustibles fósiles se acaban y son muy contaminantes, las energías renovables aún están en desarrollo y la controvertida energía nuclear vive en el alambre: está sujeta a una moratoria en países como España o Alemania, se ha prohibido en algunos y es clave en otros como Francia y Suecia. Lozano Leyva se enf...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2018-05-04 5,99 €

A pesar que el coste del kWp instalado, sigue siendo muy elevado, disfrutan de una serie de ventajas los hace muy atractivos: Su eficiencia es prácticamente independiente de la potencia instalada. El nivel tecnológico necesario para su instalación es muy simple. Requieren una infraestructura muy simple, comparada con otros sistemas de generación eléctrica. No tienen elementos mecánicos ni partes móviles, excepto si se trata de paneles orientables. Su mantenimiento, excepto el de los acumu...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2013-01-01 7,99 €

'A remarkably hopeful and useful book...The climate crisis leaves us no choice but to build a new world and as Sanderson makes clear, we are capable of making it a better one than the dirty and dangerous planet we’ve come to take for granted.' Bill McKibben, Observer book of the week We depend on a handful of metals and rare earths to power our phones and computers. Increasingly, we rely on them to power our cars and our homes. Whoever controls these finite commodities will become rich beyond ...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2022-07-28 16,99 €

A Financial Times BEST BOOKS OF 2021 'Engaging, authoritative and very timely. Marco Alverà spells Hydrogen's critical role as an energy store in the clean power transition' - Mike Berners-Lee, author of THERE IS NO PLANET B Picture this: It's 2050. The looming shadow of climate change is finally receding. The planet's temperature is stabilising. Rainforests and coral reefs beginning to thrive once more. We are returning to equilibrium with nature. This isn't wishful thinking; it can be our rea...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2021-08-26 Género:Técnicos y profesionales > Ingeniería 3,99 €

La energía eólica ha experimentado importantes progresos técnicos y económicos. Se han mejorado significativamente aspectos tales como la gestión y el mantenimiento, la integración de la energía eléctrica en la red, la adaptación del diseño de aerogeneradores a las características de los emplazamientos, la regulación y control, la predicción de producción a corto plazo y la economía de escala con una mejora de los costes de inversión y de producción eléctrica. También se ha in...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2012-07-01 7,99 €

La energía solar térmica es una opción muy interesante para abastecer de energía a millones de hogares, puesto que permite, por un lado, disminuir nuestra dependencia de los combustibles fósiles y, por otro, reducir las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero responsables del cambio climático. En los últimos años, la energía solar térmica ha experimentado en España un gran desarrollo, pero todavía se halla lejos de los objetivos fijados en el Plan de Energías Renovables (PER), apro...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2012-07-01 7,99 €

World acclaimed scientist Vaclav Smil reveals everything there is to know about nature's most sought-after resource Oil is the lifeblood of the modern world. Without it, there would be no planes, no plastic, no exotic produce, and a global political landscape few would recognise. Humanity’s dependence upon oil looks set to continue for decades to come, but what is it? Fully updated and packed with fascinating facts to fuel dinner party debate, Professor Vaclav Smil's Oil: A Beginner's Guide ex...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2017-11-02 Género:Técnicos y profesionales > Ingeniería 6,99 €

Climate change, renewable energy and low carbon transition are arguably the most debated topics of the twenty-first century. Climate and Energy Decoded provides a rare, unbiased overview of these critical topics. The book also methodically debunks the related myths . The daily glut of biased information is leading to ill-informed discussions. In this book, Dr. Tushar Choudhary, a highly awarded industry expert, focuses on both science and practical issues for his clarifying analysis. Such a...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2022-08-14 8,49 €

Con la aparición del esperado Real Decreto 235/2013, por el que se aprueba el proceso básico para la certificación de la eficiencia energética de los edificios, en el que se aprueba que cuando se construyan, vendan o alquilen edificios o unidades de éstos, deberán disponer de certificado de eficiencia energética. El principal escollo para la certificación energética de un edificio existente es la determinación del comportamiento de su envolvente térmica, ya que en la mayoría de casos...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2013-08-01 7,99 €

Este libro está orientado a todos aquellos que deseen iniciarse en la elaboración de los proyectos técnicos requeridos para la instalación de sistemas de energía solar térmica para la obtención de agua caliente sanitaria en edificios de viviendas. En el libro se desarrolla un proyecto técnico al completo, explicando detalladamente cada cálculo y procedimiento. Además, el libro cuenta con anotaciones orientadas únicamente a proyectistas y también introduce mejoras en la instalación, ...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2013-06-01 7,99 €

This solar case study is a step-by-step description showing how a 5.0 kW rooftop photovoltaic solar system was purchased and installed. This e-book provides detailed design drawings, system specs for all components, and system installation with over 30 photos showing each step in the process. Includes complete cost data including payment schedule and rebate amounts and performance results for several years. Also shows how little effort is needed to maintain the system. Describes how homeowner's ...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2013-11-03 5,99 €

A highly accessible and authoritative account of wind energy’s scientific background, current technology, and international status, with an emphasis on large turbines and wind farms, both onshore and offshore Topics covered include: a brief history of wind energy the nature of the wind turbine aerodynamics, mechanics, and electrics wind farms offshore opportunities and challenges grid integration of wind energy economic and environmental aspects Whilst intellectually rigorous, this is not an a...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2011-10-05 59,99 €

Within the marine and offshore industry, there is a clear and growing need for increased training and education on the use of electrical power systems. The number of electrical plant and appliances now in service has grown at an alarming rate in recent years, as has the amount of electrical power generated and utilised on board. Large passenger ships now carry as many electrical officers as marine engineers, and electrical propulsion is now in common use by LNG carriers, small parcel tankers, oi...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2020-10-01 Género:Técnicos y profesionales > Ingeniería 57,99 €

Cuando las personas piensan acerca de la energía renovable, la primera imagen que viene a su mente es Generalmente paneles solares en tonalidades azules o negras instalados en los techos, o señalamientos portátiles con pequeños paneles adheridos. Estos paneles también conocidos Como módulos fotovoltaicos o módulos FV, convierten la luz solar en electricidad, considerados los pioneros de las energías limpias por décadas. esa tecnología fotovoltaica y los efectos de la luz solar para pro...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2019-08-03 10,99 €

Las energías renovables involucran a un elevado número de actores. A diferencia de los procedimientos energéticos tradicionales movidos por su propia inercia, los derivados directa o indirectamente del Sol demandan promoción social y formación en muy diferentes niveles con anterioridad a las acciones específicas: la búsqueda de emplazamientos, la instalación, la explotación y el mantenimiento. Este libro, con título tan elevado, se ha gestado para presentar todos los procedimientos de ...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2013-01-01 7,99 €

La energía se ha vuelto muy costosa, incrementando mes con mes. Las compañías eléctricas hacen las cosas más difíciles para el consumidor, aumentando el costo de la misma a sus gustos y caprichos. Así que, ¿como uno puede salvarse de esta situación? Tal y como lo sabemos, las energías no renovables se extinguen día a día, gracias al crecimiento de la población y los medios usados para el abastecimiento de esta misma. Así que ¿cuál es la mejor alternativa, si no quieres gastar tu ...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2019-02-21 Género:Técnicos y profesionales > Ingeniería 12,99 €

In september 2015 ontdekt een Amerikaans agentschap dat de werkelijke uitstoot bij dieselmotoren van het Volkswagenconcern veel hoger is dan wordt beweerd en dan is toegestaan. Wat blijkt: er wordt software gebruikt die ervoor zorgt dat de auto minder uitstoot tijdens testsituaties dan op de weg – daarmee omzeilt het bedrijf de strenge milieueisen. Het is een schandaal van enorme omvang, dat verder blijkt te strekken dan alleen Volkswagen. Inmiddels is pijnlijk duidelijk dat de nationale autor...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2017-09-20 7,99 €

Biomass Gasification, Pyrolysis and Torrefaction, Third Edition, is enhanced with a new topic on processing and cleaning of product gas of gasification and a brief introduction to biomaterials, making it a versatile resource that not only explains the basic principles of energy conversion systems, but also provides valuable insight into the design of a complete biomass conversion systems. With a dedicated focus on the design, analysis and operational aspects of biomass gasification, pyrolysis an...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2018-06-29 154,99 €

The second edition of Steven W. Blume’s bestseller provides a comprehensive treatment of power technology for the non-electrical engineer working in the electric power industry This book aims to give non-electrical professionals a fundamental understanding of large interconnected electrical power systems, better known as the “Power Grid”, with regard to terminology, electrical concepts, design considerations, construction practices, industry standards, control room operations for both norm...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2016-11-21 82,99 €

This concise primer on photovoltaic solar energy conversion invites readers to reflect on the conversion of solar light into energy at the most fundamental level and encourages newcomers to the field to help find meaningful answers on how photovoltaic solar energy conversion can work (better), eventually contributing to its ongoing advancement. The book is based on lectures given to graduate students in the Physics Department at the University of Oldenburg over the last two decades, yet also pro...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2015-04-16 42,99 €

The latest in a lifetime series of wind turbine construction guides, this is the first that has been specifically written as an ebook. There are numerous colour photos and diagrams. This is a step-by-step description of the of the various tasks including a new and simpler blade carving process, a new concept alternator using lower cost, more durable magnets, and details of how to weld the frame and erect the machine on a tower. Readers of my previous works (for example A Wind Turbine Recipe Book...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2014-06-06 9,49 €

An essential addition to the Earthscan Planning & Installing series, Planning and Installing Micro-Hydro Systems provides vital diagrams, pictures and tables detailing the planning and installing of a micro-hydro system, including information on the maintenance and economics once an installation is running. The book covers subjects such as measuring head and flow, ecological impacts, scheme layouts, practical advice, calculations and turbine choice. Archimedes screws are also covered in deta...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2014-04-16 229,99 €

For the building industry, the installation of photovoltaic systems has become a new field of activity. Interest in solar energy is growing and future business prospects are excellent. Photovoltaics for Professionals describes the practicalities of marketing, designing and installing photovoltaic systems, both grid-tied and stand-alone. It has been written for electricians, technicians, builders, architects and building engineers who want to get involved in this expanding industry. It answers al...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2013-10-18 99,99 €

The goal of most homeowners considering solar is to reduce the monthly utility bill. Those who read this book will learn how to save thousands of dollars on their purchase of a home solar power generator and how solar can offset as much of your electric bill as you desire. This book can minimize stress and concern by telling you why buying solar is so important today, and the things to do before shopping for this energy resource. It explains how to conduct a home energy audit and how to reduce o...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2014-01-07 9,99 €

Electricity transmission and distribution systems carry electricity from suppliers to demand sites. During transmission materials ageing and performance issues can lead to losses amounting to about 10% of the total generated electricity. Advanced grid technologies are therefore in development to sustain higher network efficiency, while also maintaining power quality and security. Electricity transmission, distribution and storage systems presents a comprehensive review of the materials, architec...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2013-10-31 209,99 €

Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is a commercially attractive phase of the commodity that facilitates the efficient handling and transportation of natural gas around the world. The LNG industry, using technologies proven over decades of development, continues to expand its markets, diversify its supply chains and increase its share of the global natural gas trade. The Handbook of Liquefied Natural Gas is a timely book as the industry is currently developing new large sources of supply and the technol...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2013-10-15 72,99 €

Systemic global risks of oil supply, climate shock and financial collapse threaten tomorrow's economies and mean businesses and policy makers face huge challenges in fuelling tomorrow’s world. Jeremy Leggett gives a personal testimony of the dangers often ignored and incompletely understood - a journey through the human mind, the institutionalization of denial, and the reasons civilizations fail. It is also an account of tantalizing hope, because mobilizing renewables and redeploying energy fu...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2013-10-08 31,99 €

The Biomass Program is one of the 11 technology development programs within the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy at the U.S. Department of Energy. This Multi-Year Program Plan (MYPP) sets forth the goals and structure of the Biomass Program. It identifies the research, development, demonstration, and deployment (RDD&D) activities the Program will focus on over the next five years and outlines why these activities are important to meeting the energy and sustainability challeng...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2013-08-22 10,99 €

A solid, quantitative, practical introduction to a wide range of renewable energy systems—in a completely updated, new edition The second edition of Renewable and Efficient Electric Power Systems provides a solid, quantitative, practical introduction to a wide range of renewable energy systems. For each topic, essential theoretical background is introduced, practical engineering considerations associated with designing systems and predicting their performance are provided, and methods for evalu...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2013-06-05 119,99 €

Our planet's resources are running out. The media bombards us with constant warnings of impending shortages of fossil fuels, minerals, arable land , and water and the political Armageddon that will result as insatiable global demand far outstrips supply. But how true is this picture? In Winner Take All , Dambisa Moyo cuts through the misconceptions and noise surrounding resource scarcity with a penetrating analysis of what really is at stake. Examining the operations of commodity markets and the...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2012-06-28 9,49 €

For decades, Hermann Scheer was one of the world's leading proponents of renewable energy. In this, his last book before his death in 2010, he lays out his vision for a planet 100% powered by renewables and examines the fundamental ethical and economic imperatives for such a shift. And most importantly, he demonstrates why the time for this transition is now. In Scheer's view, talk of bridging technologies such as carbon capture and storage or nuclear energy even (and perhaps especially)...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2013-03-01 194,99 €

More than ninety case studies shed new light on power system phenomena and power system disturbances Based on the author's four decades of experience, this book enables readers to implement systems in order to monitor and perform comprehensive analyses of power system disturbances. Most importantly, readers will discover the latest strategies and techniques needed to detect and resolve problems that could lead to blackouts to ensure the smooth operation and reliability of any power system. Logic...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2011-09-28 154,99 €

The consumer guide to small-scale wind electricity production! Maybe you're not T. Boone Pickens, but you can build your own home-sized wind-power empire right in your back yard. Wind Power For Dummies supplies all the guidance you need to install and maintain a sustainable, cost-effective wind generator to power your home for decades to come. This authoritative, plain-English guide walks you through every step of the process, from assessing your site and available wind sources to deciding wheth...

Fecha de lanzamiento: 2009-09-03 19,99 €