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<P>This book provides an outstanding single-volume resource on the topic of solar energy for young adults and general audiences. It outlines how humankind has utilized various forms of energy from the sun by way of photovoltaic cells, concentrating or focusing solar power, active and passive solar heating, and other mechanisms; and provides perspectives on today's solar energy issues from a variety of subject experts. The book also includes profiles of key individuals and organizations related to the field of solar energy, a chronology of important events in the history of solar energy, and a glossary that defines the key terms used in discussing the topic of solar energy.</P>

Solar Energy

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Front Cover.
Half Title Page.
Recent Titles in the Contemporary World Issues Series.
Other Frontmatter.
Title Page.
Copyright Page.
Contents.
Preface.
1: Background and History.
2: Problems, Controversies, and Solutions.
3: Perspectives: Introduction.
4: Distributed and Utility-Scale Solar Power: Brian Angliss.
5: The Value of Solar-Powered Cars: Steven Antalics.
6: Solar Energy&#x2014;Thermal versus PV: Jim Conca.
7: The SolaRoad Project: Gina Hagler.
8: Solar Financing: Adam Johnston.
9: Current Limitations in Solar Energy and Solutions for the Future: Yoo Jung Kim.
10: Artificial Photosynthesis: David Latchman.
11: Solar Energy for Remote and Rural Areas: Abhishek Rao.
12: Profiles.
13: Data and Documents: Introduction.
14: Data.
15: Documents.
16: Resources for Further Research.
17: Chronology.
Glossary.
Index.
About the Author.

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