Renewable energy is a form of energy that is derived from renewable
resources. These are naturally replenished on human time scales. Some
common forms of renewable energy include wind, rain, sunlight tides,
geothermal heat and waves. Electricity generation, rural energy services
and transportation are some important areas where renewable energy is
utilized. The most common types of renewable energy are solar energy,
hydropower and wind energy. Solar energy is a radiant light and heat
from the sun which is utilized for future use using a range of
technologies such as solar heating, solar thermal energy, photovoltaics,
solar architecture, etc. Hydropower is the power which is derived from
falling water or fast running water. It is later utilized for useful
purposes such as irrigation, and operation of various mechanical devices
like gristmills, sawmills and textile mills. Wind energy on the other
hand uses airflow with the help of wind turbine which helps in
generating mechanical power to turn electric generators. It may also be
applied to other areas like milling or pumping. This book contains some
path-breaking studies in the field of renewable energy. The topics
included in this book on renewable energy are of utmost significance and
bound to provide incredible insights to readers. Researchers and
students in this field will be assisted by this book.
