Energy Systems Engineering; Evaluation and Implementation, Fifth edition by Francis Vanek, Louis D. Albright, Largus Angenent, Michael W. Ellis and David Dillard, 5th Edition

The definitive guide to energy systems engineering—thoroughly updated for the latest technologies

This up-to-date guide clearly explains the design, evaluation, and environmental impact of both conventional and sustainable energy systems. Covering the full range of renewable, fossil, and nuclear energy sources, updates in the new edition include recent energy and carbon emissions trends, fossil fuel consumption and projections, growth in solar photovoltaic and utility-scale wind installations and production, expansion of electrified transportation systems, and emerging means of storing electrical and thermal energy.

Energy Systems Engineering: Evaluation and Implementation, Fifth Edition, clearly explains how each technology works and discusses benefits and liabilities. This edition features new and revised content reflecting recent developments in the field. Broad in scope but written with focused, instructional detail, and incorporating hundreds of figures, tables, and worked out examples, the book helps students and professionals understand how all types of energy systems work and how they are evaluated in terms of cost and environmental impact.