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This book is a comprehensive, introductory text on renewable energy sources, technologies and their applications—a subject which is becoming increasingly important worldwide. The reader is introduced to the basic principles, systems of conversion and transfer of energy, current status, economic viability and environmental impacts of each of the renewable energy sources and technologies discussed in the book. A number of example problems are included to correlate theory with typical practical values encountered in industry. Neatly-drawn figures help students to understand the intricacies of the equipment. Chapter-end review questions are designed to enable students to revise important basic principles. Written in an accessible style, this text is designed to serve the needs of undergraduate students in electrical and mechanical engineering disciplines. It will also be useful for all higher-level courses in Energy Programmes and multi-disciplinary postgraduate courses in Science and Engineering. SALIENT FEATURES Provides balanced introduction to all aspects of solar energy conversion including PV technology.? Gives comprehensive coverage of all facets of wind power development.? Explains small hydropower projects with illustrative figures.? Emphasizes the importance of availability of biofuel from Jatropa plant.? Special attention is given to ‘gas hydrates’ and ‘hydrogen energy’ sources.? Fuel cells are explained as per the latest technology available.? Harnessing of ocean energy is dealt with in detail.? Utilization of biomass and solid waste for energy recovery is emphasized.? This book is a comprehensive, introductory text on renewable energy sources, technologies and their applications—a subject which is becoming increasingly important worldwide. The reader is introduced to the basic principles, systems of conversion and transfer of energy, current status, economic viability and environmental impacts of each of the renewable energy sources and technologies discuss