_Encyclopedia of Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment, Four Volume Set_ comprehensively covers all renewable energy resources, including wind, solar, hydro, biomass, geothermal energy, and nuclear power, to name a few. In addition to covering the breadth of renewable energy resources at a fundamental level, this encyclopedia delves into the utilization and ideal applications of each resource and assesses them from environmental, economic, and policy standpoints. This book will serve as an ideal introduction to any renewable energy source for students, while also allowing them to learn about a topic in more depth and explore related topics, all in a single resource. Instructors, researchers, and industry professionals will also benefit from this comprehensive reference. * Covers all renewable energy technologies in one comprehensive resource< * Details renewable energies’ processes, from production to utilization in a single encyclopedia * Organizes topics into concise, consistently formatted chapters, perfect for readers who are new to the field * Assesses economic challenges faced to implement each type of renewable energy * Addresses the challenges of replacing fossil fuels with renewables and covers the environmental impacts of each renewable energy