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The Forbidden Fuel: A History of Power Alcohol
The Forbidden Fuel: A History of Power Alcohol
by Hal Bernton
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The Forbidden Fuel is the definitive history of alcohol fuel, describing in colorful detail the emergence of alcohol fuel in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries and the political and economic forces behind its popularity, opposition, and eventual... (read more)

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Renewable Energy
Renewable Energy
by Godfrey Boyle
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Stimulated by recent technological developments and increasing concern over the sustainability and environmental impact of conventional fuel usage, the prospect of producing clean, sustainable power in substantial quantities from renewable energy sources... (read more)

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Biodiesel 101
Biodiesel 101

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In this 45-minute presentation, biodiesel author Josh Tickell provides an economic, social and practical context for biodiesel. Biodiesel 101 goes deep into the technical world of the biodiesel production, showing how the fuel is chemically formed. This... (read more)

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Environmental Control Systems Heating
Environmental Control Systems Heating
by Fuller Moore
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A text/reference for Architect and Architectural Engineering students taking a course on Energy Methods. Includes passive solar heating and cooling, day-lighting, etc.... (read more)

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The Homeowner's Guide to Renewable Energy: Achieving Energy Independence Through Solar, Wind, Biomass, and Hydropower
The Homeowner's Guide to Renewable Energy: Achieving Energy Independence Through Solar, Wind, Biomass, and Hydropower
by Dan Chiras
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Energy bills have skyrocketed in the United States, and traditional energy sources can be as damaging to the environment as they are to your pocketbook. The Homeowner's Guide to Renewable Energy will show you how to slash your home energy costs while... (read more)

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Microgeneration
Microgeneration
by Dave Parker
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Spiralling fuel costs, frequent power cuts, 'energy wars' with fuel rich countries holding consumers to ransom - these are just some of the issues that are helping to ensure that microgeneration of power, at the individual building level, is becoming a... (read more)

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Green Seduction: Money, Business, and the Environment
Green Seduction: Money, Business, and the Environment
by Bill Streever
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Bill Streever has worked in almost every camp involved with the environment. He is a scientist who has worked in both public and private sectors. He brings that wide experience and the perspective of many others like him to Green Seduction: Money... (read more)

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Developing Wind Power Projects: Theory and Practice
Developing Wind Power Projects: Theory and Practice
by Tore Wizelius
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Wind power is developing rapidly, in terms of both the number of new installations and interest from various stakeholders (including policy-makers, NGOs, research scientists, industry and the general public). Unlike the majority of other texts on wind... (read more)

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Alcohol Can Be A Gas!: Fueling an Ethanol Revolution for the 21st Century
Alcohol Can Be A Gas!: Fueling an Ethanol Revolution for the 21st Century
by David Blume
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For the last century it has been impossible to find reliable information on alcohol fuel production and use. Oil companies have continuously suppressed data on Henry Ford's favorite auto fuel. For example, by the late 80s, over 90% of the cars in Brazil... (read more)

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Offshore Windpower
Offshore Windpower
by Christopher Gillis
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Windpower remains one of the world's most developed forms of renewable energy, and the oceans offer room for considerable expansion. This comprehensive survey features over 140 striking photos and illustrations that examine the history of wind turbine... (read more)

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Analytical Modelling of Fuel Cells
Analytical Modelling of Fuel Cells
by Andrei Kulikovsky
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In fuel cell research, the gap between fundamental electrochemical processes and the engineering of fuel cell systems is bridged by the physical modelling of fuel cells. This relatively new discipline aims to understand the basic transport and... (read more)

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Home-Scale Wind Turbine Installation: A Step-by-Step Guide to Installing a Home-Sized Wind Turbine and Tower
Home-Scale Wind Turbine Installation: A Step-by-Step Guide to Installing a Home-Sized Wind Turbine and Tower

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This video is a step-by-step guide to putting up a home-sized wind turbine using a common tubular steel tilt-up tower and winch. It begins with evaluating your location, installing anchors, wiring, assembling the tower, and using the winch to properly... (read more)

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Renewable Energy
Renewable Energy
by Bent Sorensen (Sorensen)
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This volume is a true shelf reference, providing a thorough overview of the entire renewable energy sphere, while still functioning as a go-to information source for professionals and students when they need answers about a specific technical issue... (read more)

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Wind Power for Dummies (For Dummies)
Wind Power for Dummies (For Dummies)
by Ian Woofenden
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Learn about home-scale wind energy without getting blown away! Are you thinking about exploring ways you can limit yourhome's environmental impact, but you're not sure whethera wind-energy system is right for you? Wind Power For Dummies gives you real... (read more)

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Generators and Inverters: Building Small Combined Heat and Power Systems for Remote Locations and Emergency Situations
Generators and Inverters: Building Small Combined Heat and Power Systems for Remote Locations and Emergency Situations
by Stephen D. Chastain
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This book should probably be called “The Small Power Generation Bible” If you have any questions about small power generation then this is the book for you! Whether you want to build it or buy it, this book has all the essential details for... (read more)

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Serious Microhydro: Water Power Solutions from the Experts
Serious Microhydro: Water Power Solutions from the Experts
by Scott Davis
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Waterpower is the largest source of renewable energy in the world today, and microhydro is a mature, proven technology that can provide clean, inexpensive, renewable energy with little or no impact on the environment. Serious Microhydro brings you dozens... (read more)

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A Thousand Barrels a Second: The Coming Oil Break Point and the Challenges Facing an Energy Dependent World
A Thousand Barrels a Second: The Coming Oil Break Point and the Challenges Facing an Energy Dependent World
by Peter Tertzakian
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In 2006, world oil consumption will exceed one thousand barrels per second. The news marks an important change that will have a far-reaching impact on world economies, investments, and business profitability. In A Thousand Barrels a Second, Chief Energy... (read more)

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Windmills and Wind Motors: How to Build and Run Them
Windmills and Wind Motors: How to Build and Run Them
by F. E. Powell
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Free, clean, and sustainable energy: wind power is an essential resource everyone can harness. This comprehensive and compact historical work provides everything you need to learn about the theory and construction of everyday windmills, from small ones... (read more)

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Solar Energy Engineering: Processes and Systems
Solar Energy Engineering: Processes and Systems
by Soteris Kalogirou
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With the threat of global warming, and the gradual depletion of petroleum supplies, solar electric power is rapidly becoming significant part of our energy mix. The range of solar cells spans different materials and different structures in the quest to... (read more)

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Photovoltaic Design & Installation for Dummies (For Dummies)
Photovoltaic Design & Installation for Dummies (For Dummies)
by Ryan Mayfield
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Get a grip on photovoltaic design and installation Are you looking to secure a job in the exciting field of photo-voltaic design and installation? This hands-on, friendly guide covers the workings of residential and small commercial-sized photovoltaic... (read more)

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