Distributed Generation : A Nontechnical Guide

Title: Distributed Generation : A Nontechnical Guide
Author: Ann Chambers, with Barry Schnoor & Stephanie Hamilton
ISBN: 0878147896 / 9780878147892
Format: Hard Cover
Pages: 283
Publisher: PennWell
Year: 2001
Availability: In Stock

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As the energy market restructures into a significantly more competitive industry, many energy companies are considering distributed generation (DG) as part of a new customer-focused corporate strategy. Chambers, et al cover the technologies associated with DG including diesel engines, gas-fired internal combustion generator sets, fuel cell systems, micro-turbines, and photovoltaic systems in easy-to-understand language.

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Chapter 1 : Introduction
Chapter 2 : History and Drivers
Chapter 3 : Microturbines
Chapter 4 : Engines and Portable Power
Chapter 5 : Fuel Cells
Chapter 6 : Renewables
Chapter 7 : Technical Issues
Chapter 8 : Utility Issues
Chapter 9 : Case Studies
Chapter 10 : Conclusion

Appendix A : Industry Contacts
Appendix B : Distributed Generation Glossary
Index