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Solar energy. Volume I. The potential for the solar generation of electricity

R. A. Horne, J.B. Berkowitz

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This report examines the feasibility of developing new and revitalizing old solar technologies for the generation of electricity. Presented in Volume 1 are the following topics: (1) a review of U.S. energy needs; (2) solar energy and its impact on nature and man; (3) changing the pattern of solar energy reliance; (4) the new solar technology; (5) specific systems for the direct collection of solar energy and its conversion to electricity; (7) the impact of solar energy utilization on the natural environment; and (8) the impact of solar energy utilization on the human environment.

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Key concepts: Solar energy, Electricity, Electricity generation, Distributed generation, Environmental science, Photovoltaic system, Renewable energy, Engineering