Hirushie Karunathilake – författare

Energy Storage and New Energy Carriers for Energy Transitions: Applications and Future Prospects provides an in-depth look at various forms of energy storage - mechanical, chemical, electrochemical, electrical, and thermal - and the materials used to enhance their efficiency and performance. The book presents fundamental concepts related to energy storage and energy carriers, highlights applications in modern energy systems, and explores current and future prospects. Divided into two parts, the first part covers fundamentals, including the role of energy storage and new energy carriers in modern energy systems, an overview of energy storage technologies, materials, and the economics of energy markets.The second part delves into applications, discussing topics like hydrogen as a storage medium, thermal energy storage in renewable energy facilities, and the use of artificial intelligence in energy storage advancements. Whether you're a researcher or practitioner looking for a comprehensive source of information or someone studying energy and its related fields, this book is sure to be a valuable resource.Explores the critical role of energy storage and carriers in modern energy systems and the sustainable energy transitionProvides a comprehensive overview of energy storage technologies and the materials used to enhance their efficiencyDiscusses the latest developments and future prospects in the field, including the use of artificial intelligence for advancements in energy storage

This book gathers a diverse collection of essays analyzing the connections between urban design, sustainability, and climate adaptation. This extensive volume is constructed around four significant themes: urban design and public spaces, renewable energy and building technologies, climate adaptation strategies, and behavioral and policy approaches to climate change mitigation. The first section tests the essential role of urban design in creating resilient, walkable communities and public spaces, digging into topics such as urban agroecology, children's city architecture, and innovative strategies for climate control in urban settings. From the traditional storm water management systems of India to the revitalization of street dynamics, these chapters demonstrate how design can contribute to urban resilience. The second section emphasizes on the area of renewable energy and sustainable building technologies, with a certain stress on how buildings can reinforce zero-energy and low-carbon living in altering climates. The section covers leading inventions such as building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV), green hydrogen production, and passive design strategies, granting a roadmap for integrating renewable energy solutions into both residential and urban scales. In the third part, the book surveys climate adaptation strategies that tackle the obstacles caused by climate change. Case studies of urban and architectural solutions reveal how outdoor space geometry, green infrastructure, and hydrophilic design can relieve the effects of severe weather conditions, enhance air quality, and elevate thermal comfort in dry and tropical climates. Ultimately, the book analyzes behavioral and policy tactics to climate change moderation, underlining the weight of sustainable practices at both discrete and institutional levels. Topics such as climate finance, travel adaptation strategies, and the role of universities in urban regeneration accentuate the serious connection between policy, human behavior, and climate action.