Abstract
Renewable energy is the main driving force behind the global sustainable energy transition, which is obtained from renewable resources that are indigenous, abundant, widespread, and environment friendly. This energy is becoming more widespread due to its comparative advantages over conventional forms of energy especially fossil fuels. Renewable technologies especially solar photovoltaic (PV) are playing a key role in meeting energy demands in rural and remote communities across the world. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goal s (SDG s) also regard renewable technologies as critical for a sustainable energy and environmental outlook of the planet. In this chapter, we will provide an overview of the main types of renewables - i.e. solar energy, wind power, hydropower, biomass, geothermal energy, and wave and tidal power - in terms of their resources, technologies, and applications. We will also discuss their market trends, economics, and technological advancements.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | The 4Ds of Energy Transition |
| Subtitle of host publication | Decarbonization, Decentralization, Decreasing Use and Digitalization |
| Publisher | wiley |
| Pages | 51-71 |
| Number of pages | 21 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9783527831425 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9783527348824 |
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| State | Published - 1 Jan 2022 |
Bibliographical note
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ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Energy
- General Engineering
