62911Renewable electricity generation: Economic analysis and outlook
This volume examines the outlook for renewable energy in electricity generation-particularly wind and solar power-as a substitute for conventional fuels such as coal and natural gas. Economist Benjamin Zycher evaluates the central arguments in favor of policies that would make way for broader use of renewables and concludes that all are deeply problematic.
62912Renewable energy : a first course : 2nd ed.
It focuses mainly on renewable energy, but also addresses nonrenewable energy (fossil fuels and nuclear technology). The coverage extends from the basic physics to conservation, economic, and public policy issues, with strong emphasis on explaining how things work in practice. The authors avoid technical jargon and advanced math, but address fundamental analytical skills with wide application, including:Two brand new chapters giving an introduction to population dynamics and statistical analysis for energy studiesAdditional self-study problems and answersMore worked examplesUp-to-date coverage of areas such as hydraulic fracturing, integration of renewable energy to power grid, and cost.
62913Renewable energy sources : 4th ed.
This fourth edition is extensively updated by John Twidell with global developments as underpinned by fundamental analysis and illustrated by case studies and worked examples. Efficiency of end-use and cost-effectiveness is emphasized. Each chapter begins with fundamental scientific theory, and then considers applications, environmental impact and socio-economic aspects, before concluding with Quick Questions for self-revision, Problems and new Exercises. Basic theory underlying the technologies is covered in succinct Reviews of electrical power, fluid dynamics, heat transfer and solid-state physics. Common symbols and cross-referencing apply throughout; essential data are tabulated in Appendices.
62914Rent-a-(really shy!)-girlfriend : volume 2
Sumi Sakurasawa’s in some real hot water. The perpetually shy young woman’s about to lose her new Rent-A- Girlfriend job because of low customer satisfaction! Fortunately, her friend, Chizuru Mizuhara, might have the solution. She knows someone Sumi can rehearse with to get over her dating dilemmas. And who should that person be, but mister clueless himself, Kazuya! Will Sumi be able to overcome her social anxiety and keep her job?.
62915Rent-a-girlfriend : vol 18
You can rent a girlfriend, but can you buy love? Hapless freshman Kazuya, reeling from a bad breakup, buys a few hours at the aquarium with the beautiful, polite Chizuru. But rock bottom might be so much lower than he thought! Family, school, and life all start to go wrong, and to make matters worse, Chizuru is much more than the pretty face and sweet demeanor he thought he'd bargained for!.
62916Rent-a-girlfriend : vol 19
Saving Mizuhara. This is it. It's time for Kazuya to enact the plan to help his beloved Mizuhara. Rock climbing, an artsy movie, and a fancy dinner--he's checked all the boxes to make this a date that would lift anyone's spirits. So why isn't it working? Maybe the big, fancy stuff isn't how to get Mizuhara to open up...
62917Rent-a-girlfriend : vol 20
At long last, Mizuhara's dream has come true. And thanks to her incredible talent, the movie screening is a great success. However, it leaves Kazuya feeling blue. This spells the end of his time with his beloved Mizuhara. Now they're just neighbors...right? But an unexpected invitation from the girl of Kazuya's dreams a few days later throws everything into chaos. Could this finally be the perfect opportunity for a confession? Hopefully, Kazuya can find the courage in time!.
62918Rent-a-girlfriend : vol 21
Kazuya did it. He finally confessed...sort of. And it’s left his relationship with Mizuhara in a nebulous position. Amidst this confusion, new trouble strikes when Umi, the handsome actor who once took Mizuhara out on a date, invites Kazuya to a party. Umi already suspects she might care more for Kazuya than she lets on. What could he be planning?.
62919Rent-a-girlfriend : vol 22
As it becomes harder to maintain their shared lie, Kazuya realizes his only out is to confess to Mizuhara and make their relationship real. And his grandmother’s invitation to a massive resort seems like the perfect place to do it. Ruka’s not about to let that happen, though! She squeezes her way into the trip, determined to block Kazuya’s confession at every turn. Worse yet, she’s not the only surprise addition to this vacation...
62920Rent-a-girlfriend : volume 1
You can rent a girlfriend, but can you buy love? Hapless freshman Kazuya, reeling from a bad breakup, buys a few hours at the aquarium with the beautiful, polite Chizuru. But rock bottom might be so much lower than he thought! Family, school, and life all start to go wrong, and to make matters worse, Chizuru is much more than the pretty face and sweet demeanor he thought he'd bargained for.