Vaughn C Nelson Knihy

Journey to the mysterious Avon valley, home of Stonehenge, with a Christchurch pensioner and our pagan ancestor from 2200 BC, and witness prehistory come alive.

The book explores the multifaceted aspects of renewable energy, addressing economic, social, environmental, policy, and engineering challenges. It begins with solar energy, detailing its transfer, storage, and applications in heating, cooling, and lighting, while also discussing the conversion to electricity. The updated edition includes new insights on bioenergy, energy balance, biodiesel, and the impact of climate change, providing a comprehensive overview of current trends and technologies in the renewable energy sector.

Exploring various bioenergy sources, this book delves into the conversion of biomass—such as plants, crops, and forests—into heat, electricity, and biofuels. It details the processes involved in energy conversion and the instrumentation used for measuring energy parameters and analyzing production data. Additionally, it addresses economic factors, institutional challenges at different governance levels, and environmental regulations and incentives related to bioenergy.