Clean Technologies

Engineering and Technical Development for a Sustainable Environment covers a diverse array of alternative technologies and their development with particular attention to the utilization of bioresources for the achievement of a sustainable environment. The book presents a selection of alternative tec..

This book provides a set of methods and new approaches in the field of chemical engineering to implement safer, more fuel-efficient processes both in terms of raw materials and energy consumed, and to make processes more sustainable This concept of sustainable chemical engineering is developed to gi..

Providing up-to-date information on ultrasound technology and sonochemistry, this volume focuses on green chemistry principles and methodologies that are being devised with a view toward protecting the environment. The book addresses key topics in materials science, medical applications, nanotechnol..

The book covers kenaf fibres and composites, from raw material preparation to final products. It discusses fibre characterization and properties, preparing kenaf based composites and design, manufacturing and applications. Cellulose-based kenaf composites and kenaf fibre-filled biopolymer composites..

Reviewing several ways in which large amounts of energy can be stored so that it may be deployable by utilities, this handbook covers major topics including pumped hydroelectric systems, compressed air, and batteries. By considering the perspective of developers, planners, and legislators as well as..

This title includes a number of Open Access chapters. _x005F_x000D_ _x005F_x000D_ Meteorological data are essential for both day-to-day energy management and for planning for the world’s future energy security. The editor of this compendium, a mechanical engineer with international experience, has c..

This book presents the first comprehensive survey of the properties and performance of TiO2-based semiconductors. It covers the use of defect engineering in the formation of novel oxide semiconductors with controlled properties. The author compares surface versus bulk semiconducting properties of ox..

This book presents the first comprehensive survey of the properties and performance of TiO2-based semiconductors. It covers the use of defect engineering in the formation of novel oxide semiconductors with controlled properties. The author compares surface versus bulk semiconducting properties of ox..

The meteoric rise of the photovoltaic (PV) industry is an incredible story. In 2013, Google’s investments in PV systems totaled about half a billion dollars and Warren Buffet, one of the famous investors, invested $2.5 billion in the world’s largest PV system in California. These gigantic investment..

This book discusses the emergence of three new PV markets—residential, commercial, and utility scale—and the new PV-oriented financial systems needed to provide the required gargantuan-scale capital. It describes the increasing demand for and the corresponding increased supply of PV cells and module..

This book aims to provide the scientific knowhow and orientation in the area of the emerging technologies for utilization of natural resources for sustainable development to the readers. It includes production of energy and lifesaving drugs using natural resources as well as reduction of wastage of ..