Alternative Energy Demystified

by Stan Gibilisco

Power up your knowledge with this step-by-step look at alternative energy

"Alternative Energy Demystified" offers updated information on energy sources from the first edition, and brand-new chapters devoted to new technologies like compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) and light-emitting diodes (LEDs). This comprehensive resource is perfect for students and teachers at all levels, as well as corporate executives or government officials who want to see their institutions evolve with emerging technologies.

Inside you'll find: A complete overview of all energy alternatives, both conventional and emerging, and their advantages and limitations An unbiased approach to the discussion of alternative energy Focus on both the physical principles AND the applications of each energy source New quiz and exam questions that resemble standard scholastic exams New "Letter to the Student" touts the DeMYSTiFieD brand and highlights the series benefits Chapter-opening objectives give you insight into what you are going to learn in each step Questions at the end of every chapter reinforce learning and pinpoint weaknesses "Still Struggling?" icons offer specific recommendations for those having difficulty with certain subtopics A final exam for overall self-assessment

Genres: Science

368 pages, Paperback

First published October 23, 2006

Reviews

[Rahul · Rating 5 out of 5]

I gave it a fast read, it is a very good book, perfect for anyone who want learn about all forms of energy systems in a run, extremely well illustrated, with a lot of math.

[Jerrod Parker · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a very descriptive book that helps a normal everyday person understand how energy is obtained and created. The book is set up in a teaching format which can be kind of fun to test yourself after each chapter to see if you understand the concepts. The author, Stan Gibilisco, has a long chain of the "Demystified" books that cover many different subjects and all of which have high ratings as well. The best aspect about this book to me is the pros and cons list for each form of energy; it helps put in perspective how some forms work better than others. The pros and cons list is very thorough as it brings up very good points that an average person may not think of. I think that teaching this book will help bring some real life application and issues to the classroom. The variety in this book covers anything from the coal burners that power our house, to the gas and diesel engines that power our modes of transportation. If this book were to make it into the classroom, it would need to be an upper highscjool class that taught the book because there is some chemistry used in the book to help understand the makeup of the fuels needed to make energy. This book could help spark a kids interest to pursue a career in this subject.

[Scribe · Rating 4 out of 5]

Picked up in a second-hand charity bookshop, this dates to 2007 and has an American focus, but doesn't go into too much specifics on the political landscape, so most if not all of the book is still relevant, and applicable outside of the States.

A really good, clear and concise reference guide to all forms of power generation, covering the basics of electricity and every source imaginable, all the way up to nuclear fission and solar sails. As a student of energy policy, and as someone interested in resilience and off-gridding, this was a fascinating read, and I'll be keeping it as a reference book.

[Tela · Rating 5 out of 5]

good general overview of pros and cons of different types. Lots of great diagrams, and enough detail for a non engineer like me to understand the concepts.

[Hom Sack · Rating 5 out of 5]

A clearly written and excellent introduction to the subject.