Bibliograph

Solar energy, a reference handbook, David E. Newton

Type

Label

Solar energy, a reference handbook, David E. Newton

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 261-300) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Solar energy

Nature of contents

handbooksbibliography

Oclc number

912377010

Responsibility statement

David E. Newton

Series statement

Contemporary world issues series

Sub title

a reference handbook

Summary

"This book provides an in-depth description of the ways solar power has been used for at least 2,000 years. It outlines how humankind has utilized various forms of energy from the sun by way of photovoltaic cells, concentrating or focusing solar power, active and passive solar heating, and other mechanisms; and provides perspectives on today's solar energy issues from a variety of subject experts. Readers will better understand not only the advantages and disadvantages of solar power but also the critical nature of energy production to sustaining life on earth, thereby underscoring the importance of developing solar power and other alternative sources of energy to meet the world's energy needs in coming decades. The book also includes profiles of key individuals and organizations related to the field of solar energy, a chronology of important events in the history of solar energy, and a glossary that defines the key terms used in discussing the topic of solar energy"--Publisher's website

Table Of Contents

Background and history -- Problems, controversies, and solutions -- Perspectives -- Profiles -- Data and documents -- Resources for further research -- Chronology

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