New Technologies for Energy Efficiency

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. Cover Half Title Title Page Copyright Page Dedication Page Table of Contents Preface Chapter 1 Energy Demand, Sources and Rate Trends Chapter 2 Energy Sources—Heat Pumps, Energy and Wind Power Chapter 3 Integration of Cooling, Heating and Solar Power Systems Chapter 4 Power Quality, Loads and Harmonics Chapter 5 Fuel Cell Technology Chapter 6 Modular Power Generation—Turbines, Gasification, Combined Chapter 7 Lighting Upgrades Chapter 8 Computer Technology Index