Floating Solar Farms explores the rise of floating photovoltaic (PV) technology as a key player in renewable energy. It highlights the dual benefits of this technology: generating clean, sustainable energy and optimizing land use by utilizing bodies of water. These floating farms can reduce water evaporation, which is particularly valuable in arid regions, and the book examines how these systems contribute to a future with more sustainable energy and solutions to environmental concerns.
The book begins by establishing the significance of renewable energy and introducing the core concepts of floating solar technology. It then systematically investigates environmental impacts like effects on aquatic ecosystems, and economic considerations, such as comparing costs to land-based systems. Case studies of global floating solar farms provide real-world examples, with the book concluding by discussing future trends and the potential for large-scale deployment of this emerging technology.
This book stands out by offering a holistic view of floating solar farms, integrating technological, environmental, and economic perspectives. It relies on diverse evidence from technical reports, scientific studies, and real-world project data to provide a balanced assessment, making it valuable for environmental scientists, engineers, policymakers, and anyone interested in clean energy and sustainable technology.
