Lynn Paul A. Electricity from Sunlight: An Introduction to Photovoltaics

Wiley, 2010. — 238 p.A lively and authoritative account of today’s photovoltaic (PV) technology and its practical applications
This book covers areas including:
a brief history of PV, and the current international scene
the scientific principles of solar cells including silicon and new thin-film varieties
PV modules and arrays
grid-connected PV, from home systems up to large power plants
the wide diversity of stand-alone PV systems, and
the economic and environmental aspects of solar electricity.
Key equations and numerical examples are fully discussed, providing essential theoretical background. The text is supported by copious illustrations and more than eighty inspiring full colour photographs from around the world to demonstrate PV’s huge range of practical applications.This book is aimed at a wide readership including professionals working in related areas, and students taking introductory courses in PV and renewable energy. Its style and level will also appeal to energy planners and decision makers, members of environmental organisations, and the increasing number of people interested in generating their own electricity from sunlight.