Most people-including many legislators, regulators, and other decision makers in the electric utility industry-have misconceptions about how electric utilities really "work" and plan for the future. This lack of understanding can lead to poorly informed decisions and policies that directly affect the choices utilities must make. Using easy-to-understand text and examples, Electric Utility Resource Planning: Economics, Reliability, and Decision-Making clarifies how utilities operate their systems and prepare for the future. This explanation will show readers that both expected and counterintuitive results can occur (i.e., conservation might result in higher air emissions, or lowering costs could lead to higher electric rates). Taking readers step by step through this process, the book (in the following order): "Creates" a hypothetical utility Explains how and why a utility operates its system of generating units Discusses the planning methods that a utility would (or should) use Guides readers through each stage of a planning analysis for the hypothetical utility, examining various resource options (conservation, new power plants, and solar) In addition, the author introduces four Fundamental Principles of Resource Planning that should guide utilities. He also offers opinions on how certain trends in utility regulation and legislation can hinder utility planners' efforts to identify and select the best resources for the utility's customers. With this book, author Dr. Steven Sim applies his experience and insights from more than two decades of resource planning for Florida Power and Light (FPL). As one of the largest utilities in the United States, FPL has faced a multitude of resource planning challenges, and Dr. Sim has performed and supervised thousands of analyses designed to meet these obstacles. He has also served as an FPL witness in regulatory hearings on a wide variety of topics, ranging from the economic implications of nuclear, conservation, coal, gas, and other resource options, to the non-economic impacts (air emissions, fuel usage, system reliability, etc.) they present.

This book presents a posthumous collection of previously uncollected works of political theory written by Whittle Johnston. Johnston believed that both the liberal tradition of political thought and the realist tradition of international thought had contributed much to humanity's store of political wisdom, but that each had limitations that could most easily be recognized by its encounter with the other. His method of accomplishing this task was to examine the liberal conception of political life in general and international political life in particular and then to explore the realist critique of the liberal view, particularly as it was expressed by three great twentieth-century realist thinkers, all of whom were, in their various ways, skeptical of liberal assumptions: Reinhold Niebuhr, Hans Morgenthau, and E. H. Carr. In doing so, Johnston reveals the power of the realist outlook, but also the areas in which it remains insufficient, and insufficient particularly where it underestimates the complexity and prudence that liberalism is capable of displaying. There have been studies of both liberalism and realism, but no other work has put them into conversation with each other in the way that this book does.

In 2012, using easy-to-understand text and examples, the 1st edition of this book explained how electric utilities "work", and how they plan (or should plan) for the future, by: "Creating" a hypothetical electric utility. Explaining how (and why) this utility will operate its system of generating units. Guiding readers through a planning analysis for the utility, examining various resource options (solar, new gas-fueled generation, and conservation). Introducing four Fundamental Principles of Resource Planning that should guide utilities as they plan for the future. The 1st edition material, with significant updates, now appears as Part I of the 2nd edition of this book. Part II then presents six all-new chapters that address challenges (and opportunities) of moving towards a zero-carbon future. Using the same hypothetical utility, with its new goal to utilize solar and batteries to serve 100% of its customers’ energy with zero carbon emissions by a future "target" year, Part II addresses many subjects, including: The enormous amount of MW of new solar and batteries the utility will need to be add. Why certain characteristics of new solar and battery additions change as increasing amounts of these resources are added. In the years prior to achieving its zero-carbon goal, how the hourly operation of the utility’s existing fossil-fueled generators, plus the new solar, will change (and why the stability of the transmission grid will be challenged). With this 2nd edition, author Dr. Steven Sim again applies the experience and insights he gained from more than 30 years of resource planning for Florida Power & Light (FPL). As one of the largest electric utilities in the U.S., FPL has faced a multitude of resource planning challenges, including how to get to zero carbon. During this time period, Dr. Sim performed and directed thousands of analyses designed to address these challenges. He also served as an expert witness in dozens of regulatory hearings addressing both the economics of resource options, and the non-economic impacts (air emissions, system reliability, fuel usage, etc.) associated with these options.

Up-to-date strategies for thwarting the latest, most insidious network attacks This fully updated, industry-standard security resource shows, step by step, how to fortify computer networks by learning and applying effective ethical hacking techniques. Based on curricula developed by the authors at major security conferences and colleges, the book features actionable planning and analysis methods as well as practical steps for identifying and combating both targeted and opportunistic attacks. Gray Hat Hacking: The Ethical Hacker's Handbook, Sixth Edition clearly explains the enemy's devious weapons, skills, and tactics and offers field-tested remedies, case studies, and testing labs. You will get complete coverage of Internet of Things, mobile, and Cloud security along with penetration testing, malware analysis, and reverse engineering techniques. State-of-the-art malware, ransomware, and system exploits are thoroughly explained. Fully revised content includes 7 new chapters covering the latest threats Includes proof-of-concept code stored on the GitHub repository Authors train attendees at major security conferences, including RSA, Black Hat, Defcon, and Besides

This book presents a posthumous collection of previously uncollected works of political theory written by Whittle Johnston. Johnston believed that both the liberal tradition of political thought and the realist tradition of international thought had contributed much to humanity's store of political wisdom, but that each had limitations that could most easily be recognized by its encounter with the other. His method of accomplishing this task was to examine the liberal conception of political life in general and international political life in particular and then to explore the realist critique of the liberal view, particularly as it was expressed by three great twentieth-century realist thinkers, all of whom were, in their various ways, skeptical of liberal assumptions: Reinhold Niebuhr, Hans Morgenthau, and E. H. Carr. In doing so, Johnston reveals the power of the realist outlook, but also the areas in which it remains insufficient, and insufficient particularly where it underestimates the complexity and prudence that liberalism is capable of displaying. There have been studies of both liberalism and realism, but no other work has put them into conversation with each other in the way that this book does.

This book is the first resource to review the influence of climate change on urban and public pests such as mosquitoes, flies, ticks, and wood pests, with respect to population, distribution, disease, damage and control. It systematically addresses how the impact of climate change on pests in urban areas differs from natural areas, focusing on the increased temperatures of urban locations, the effect of natural disasters, the manner of land use and the consequences of human habitation. Climate Change Impacts on Urban Pests: - covers key information on how climate change and urban pests affect human health - includes coverage of the impacts of natural disasters such as flooding looks at issues which could influence the management of pests - explores a range of international opinion from recognised authorities covering six continents. Presenting up-to-date knowledge, this book is an essential resource for researchers in urban pests, entomology and public health, as well as scientists, environmentalists and policy makers involved in studies on climate change.

The battle for power in the Celtic kingdom of Britannia, reaches a climax when families turn against each other and the most trustworthy can no longer be trusted. It is the sixth century and the growth of immigrants threaten the Celtic way of life for the wealthy and elite. It appears that only one man, King Arthur, can reunite the divided parties, but he has been lured into a untimely war with the Romans. When he is away fighting in Gaul (France) his wife Guinevere seizes her chance at power. Guinevere's great rival is Morgan Le Fay, she becomes embroiled with the Gods of Avalon when she asks for their help. Vivienne, the Goddess of the lake, helps her in her quest, but has her own selfish agenda. Vivienne allows her special creatures, the fairies, to assist Lady Morgan and in so doing changes the balance of power throughout the land. Eros, the King of the fairies, undergoes a physical transformation, while others including Guinevere and Morgan undergo a more spiritual one. Steeped in intrigue and double dealing the protagonist, Lady Morgan, doesn't know who to trust as friend begin to betray friend. Against a background of fear and loathing the story of Joseph of Arimathea's Holy treasure unfolds. All the main characters are after the Holy Grail, but who will capture it? Is the treasure even real, or only a legend? This is volume one of a trilogy of quests, as the well known Arthurian characters battle; magic, gods, dragons, war, famine, mystery and witchcraft to find their objectives. The work is inspired by many great writers who have in the past, put pen to paper to bring adventure and life to the medieval myth of King Arthur. Such authors include: Malory, Geoffrey of Monmouth, Chretien de Troyes, Tennyson and go on up to recent times with Tolkien, C.S.Lewis and Marion Bradley. The most recent mentioned, explores the proto-feminist priestess of Avalon (Morgan Le Fay). This trilogy will follow on from that. The battle of good versus evil, Christianity versus Paganism continues but the definition has now become blurred. Who is good and who is evil becomes impossible to distinguish as we see unfold a whole new world.

'York Notes Advanced' offer an accessible approach to English Literature. This series has been completely updated to meet the needs of today's A-level and undergraduate students. Written by established literature experts, 'York Notes Advanced' introduce students to sophisticated analysis, a range of critical perspectives and wider contexts.

My belief is that African Americans view life as an American differently then any other nationality born in America. Many times we allow those views to bind us preventing us from moving forward. My objective for writing this book is to get all to see the bigger picture concerning this life. Everything man has and will create is done with purpose; the creation of humanity is no different. Each and every one of us is created with purpose, purpose that has been placed in us through Him which all things were created. This book I believe touches on some sensitive subjects in which you may or may not agree, but if it gets you to think and look at things more closely then I am moving toward fulfilling my purpose, which is contributing my small part toward helping you to discover your purpose. In spite of it all, We are More than Conquerors.