Renewable Energy Technologies: Special Focus on Distributed Power Generation: Potential for Applications to Rural Sector in India

Bhave, Devayani/ Mallik, Amitav/ Mate, Nitant

ISBN 10: 8171886647 / ISBN 13: 9788171886647

Published by Academic Foundation, 2009

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89 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.50 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Renewable Energy Technologies: Special Focus on Distributed Power Generation: Potential for Applications to Rural Sector in India
• Publisher: Academic Foundation
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 8171886647
• ISBN 13: 9788171886647
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.33 kilograms

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Synopsis

Providing the latest data on the subject, this record examines the potential of renewable energy in India, particularly in rural areas. A special exploration of distributed power generation highlights the seamless application of the alternative-energy technology and demonstrates how the environment benefits from this resource. Solar energy, fuel cells, and other options are also discussed. Instructive and well-researched, this study underscores the important role of renewable sources while relating the use of available technologies to Indian conditions and problems.

About the Author

Amitav Mallik is a research scientist and the founder of the Laser Science & Technology Center. He served as a member of the National Security Advisory Board and received the Padmashri award in 2002. Nitant Mate is a consultant in the renewable-energy field at Kirloskar Company. Devayani Bhave is a former research assistant with the Observer Research Foundation in India and an assistant scientist with the Organon Research Laboratories in Scotland. She lives in Ann Arbor, Michigan.