Power Generation
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The most complete and up-to-date handbook on power generation from coal, this book covers all of today's new, cleaner methods for creating electricity from coal, the environmental challenges and concerns involved in its production, and developing technologies. It describes new technologies that could virtually eliminate the sulfur, nitrogen, and mercury pollutants released when coal is burned for electricity generation. In addition, the text details technologies for greenhouse gases capture from coal-fired power plants, as well as for preventing such emissions from contributing to global warming.
This second volume in Jim Speight's "Energy and the Environment" series covers the best practices and processes in power plant operations and maintenance, with a view toward economic and environmental sustainability. One of the most experienced and well-respected engineers working in the field today, the author brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to an industry that is constantly under pressure to perform and expand, often at the expense of the public's and environment's health. This does not have to be the case, and this volume is a great first step toward true power sustainability.