|axvi, 206 p. :|bill. (some col.), col. maps ;|c24 cm.
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|a2009年教育部專案充實圖儀設備購書
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|aEnergy and the environment.
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|aIncludes bibliographical references (p. 188-192) and index.
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|apt. I: Solar energy. A brief history of solar power -- Sunlight and geometry -- Photovoltaics -- Heat engines and solar power -- Two other important solar technologies -- Economic and environmental consequences of solar power -- Government policies and solar energy -- pt. II: Geothermal energy. A brief history of geothermal energy -- Geology and heat -- The generating station -- Two other geothermal technologies -- The economics and environmental impacts of electricity from geothermal sources -- Government policies and geothermal energy -- Chronology -- List of acronyms -- Glossary.
Examines the history, technology, science, environmental, and social implications associated with developing and harnessing solar and geothermal energy.