Description |
144 p. : ill. (chiefly col), col. map ; 28 cm. |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 127-138) and index. |
Contents |
1. Origins and history -- 2. Pioneers -- 3. Small wind power -- 4. Scaling up -- 5. California's winds -- 6. Europe's leadership -- 7. Building a wind farm -- 8. Offshore wind -- 9. North America's wind rush -- 10. Global spread -- 11. Fitting in -- 12. Growing up -- Appendix A. U.S. wind farm map ; Appendix B. Industry associations ; Appendix C. Small wind turbine equipment providers ; Appendix D. American windmill and parts providers ; Appendix E. U.S. government sources ; Appendix F. Publications ; Appendix G. Other useful modern wind information sources ; Appendix H. Windmill history, associations, and publications -- Appendix I. American windmill museums. |
Summary |
From the back cover: Wind power is today's most developed form of "green energy" on the planet. This comprehensive survey examines the history of wind power, from early people's basic technology to harness the wind for basic mechanical tasks (such as turning grain to flour) through today's "Wind Rush." The process of building a wind farm and the growth of offshore wind farms are included. Color imagery helps illuminate the text as well as inspire the imagination. An extensive list of resources will enable individuals, entrepreneurs, and advocates to tap into this free, natural, and clean source of energy. |
Subject |
Wind power -- History.
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Wind power.
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Added Title |
Windpower |
ISBN |
0764329693 (pbk.) |
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9780764329692 (pbk.) |
Standard No. |
QBX a 08924840 |
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AU@ 000043618768 |
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NZ1 12905357 |
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