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Electrification: Accelerating the Energy Transition offers a widely
applicable framework to delineate context-sensitive pathways by
which this transition can be accelerated and lists the types of
processes and structures that may hinder progress towards this
goal. The framework draws insights from well-established
literature, ranging from technological studies to socio-technical
studies of energy transitions, on to strategic niche management
approaches, (international) political economy approaches, and
institutionalist literatures, while also adopting wider social
theoretical ideas from structuration theory. Contributors discuss a
multitude of case studies drawn from global examples of
electrification projects. Brief case studies and text boxes help
users further understand this domain and the technological,
infrastructural and societal structures that may exercise
significant powers.
Innovation Dynamics and Policy in the Energy Sector discusses the
process and future of global innovation in the energy sector based
on the innovation leadership example of Texas. The book proposes
that the positive dynamics of Texas energy sector innovations
arises from a confluence of factors, including supportive
institutions, the management of technological change, competitive
markets, astute public policy, intraindustrial collaboration, a
cultural focus on change and risk-taking, and natural resource
abundance. Heavily case-study focused chapters review the
fundamental drivers of innovation, from key discoveries at
Spindletop; the proliferation of oil production through major field
development; through electric sector deregulation; and recent
innovation in hydraulic fracking, renewable integration, and carbon
capture. The work closes to argue that sustainable global
innovation addressing the twin challenges of climate change and the
energy transition must be driven by the promotion of competition
and risk-taking which continually promotes the development of
ideas, a process jointly funded by the public and private sectors
and supported by collaborative and competitive institutions.
Physical Capital Development and Energy Transition in Latin America
and the Caribbean introduces the reader to applied theory and
potential solutions to manage the transition from fossil energies
to renewables given the resource wealth and infrastructural
limitations of Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) countries. The
work presents consistent empirical approaches and relevant
econometric approaches grounded in case studies that offer
realistic portrayals of complex multidisciplinary phenomena. It
provides policymakers with the knowledge needed for economic
decision-making, especially regarding the energy transition and the
physical capital development in the LAC (and similar developing
regions). The work concludes by road mapping future LAC physical
capital investment options to promote 21st-century sustainable
energy development.
Large rural areas in some regions of the world are still grappling
with the challenge of electrification. The optimal solution is to
provide reliable energy without adding more fossil fuel plants by
using distributed renewable generation. Microgrids are part of that
solution; they are small networks of electricity users, with a
local generator that is attached to a centralized larger grid, but
which is also able to function independently. They need to be
robust and resilient in order to provide reliable power, including
in harsh climates. For remote areas microgrids have the advantage
of offering an electricity supply even if there are problems with
the larger power grid. This book focuses on the challenges of rural
electrification, particularly in poorer regions. It covers low
voltage DC distribution system for various applications including
charging of electric vehicles (EV). Written by a large team of
authors with a wide range of relevant experiences, the book
addresses microgrid architectures, converters, energy storage,
control, EV integration, business models and economic scheduling,
and the role of blockchain technology. The authors have used case
studies to provide illustrative examples of the technologies
discussed and solutions proposed.
The Cost of Electricity is an essential tool for any researcher or
practitioner seeking to establish the economic and environmental
cost of power generation, and thereby to analyse the economic
feasibility of power systems. Chapters cover capital cost, fuel
cost, levelised cost, subsidies and tariffs, lifetime emission
analysis, net energy analysis, traditional generation costs and
renewable generation costs. The work is based on published analyses
of generation costs and generation cost predictions from trusted
organisations such as the US Energy Information Administration and
the IEA. Chapters proceed in a logical manner through cost factors
before concluding with the current and future cost of electricity
generation.
Intelligent Data-Analytics for Condition Monitoring: Smart Grid
Applications looks at intelligent and meaningful uses of data
required for an optimized, efficient engineering processes. In
addition, the book provides application perspectives of various
deep learning models for the condition monitoring of electrical
equipment. With chapters discussing the fundamentals of machine
learning and data analytics, the book is divided into two parts,
including i) The application of intelligent data analytics in Solar
PV fault diagnostics, transformer health monitoring and faults
diagnostics, and induction motor faults and ii) Forecasting issues
using data analytics which looks at global solar radiation
forecasting, wind data forecasting, and more. This reference is
useful for all engineers and researchers who need preliminary
knowledge on data analytics fundamentals and the working
methodologies and architecture of smart grid systems.
Energy Storage Devices for Renewable Energy-Based Systems:
Rechargeable Batteries and Supercapacitors, Second Edition is a
fully revised edition of this comprehensive overview of the
concepts, principles and practical knowledge on energy storage
devices. The book gives readers the opportunity to expand their
knowledge of innovative supercapacitor applications, comparing them
to other commonly used energy storage devices. With new application
case studies and definitions, this resource will strengthen your
understanding of energy storage from a practical,
applications-based point-of-view without requiring detailed
examination of underlying electrochemical equations. Users will
learn about various design approaches and real-time applications of
ESDs. Electronic engineering experts and system designers will find
this book useful to deepen their understanding on the application
of electronic storage devices, circuit topologies, and industrial
device data sheets to develop new applications. The book is also
intended to be used as a textbook for masters and doctoral students
who want to enhance their knowledge and understanding the concepts
of renewable energy sources and state-of-the-art ESDs.
Cyber-Physical Power System State Estimation updates classic state
estimation tools to enable real-time operations and optimize
reliability in modern electric power systems. The work introduces
and contextualizes the core concepts and classic approaches to
state estimation modeling. It builds on these classic approaches
with a suite of data-driven models and non-synchronized measurement
tools to reflect current measurement trends required by
increasingly more sophisticated grids. Chapters outline core
definitions, concepts and the network analysis procedures involved
in the real-time operation of EPS. Specific sections introduce
power flow problem in EPS, highlighting network component modeling
and power flow equations for state estimation before addressing
quasi static state estimation in electrical power systems using
Weighted Least Squares (WLS) classical and alternatives
formulations. Particularities of the state estimation process in
distribution systems are also considered. Finally, the work goes on
to address observability analysis, measurement redundancy and the
processing of gross errors through the analysis of WLS static state
estimator residuals.
Electric vehicles (EV), are being hailed as part of the solution to
reducing urban air pollution and noise, and staving off climate
change. Their success hinges on the availability and reliability of
fast and efficient charging facilities, both stationary and
in-motion. These in turn depend on appropriate integration with the
grid, load and outage management, and on the mitigation of loads
using renewable energy and storage. Charging management to preserve
the battery will also play a key role. This book covers the latest
in charging technology; stationary as well as wireless and
in-motion. Grid integration, simulations, fast charging, and
battery management are also addressed. The objective of this book
is to provide readers with an in-depth knowledge about EV charging
infrastructure, and grid integration issues and solutions. The book
serves as a reference for researchers in academia and industry,
covering almost every aspect of the charging and grid integration
of EVs.
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