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Energy generation technologies

An introduction to energy generation technologies including renewable energy sources

The following factfiles discuss the various forms of energy generation technologies available for potential development in the UK. They cover the principles behind each technology, its state of development and its relevance to the UK energy situation.

Distributed generation Distributed generation

An introduction to distributed generation, sometimes referred to as embedded generation.

Distributed generation

Combined heat and power (CHP) Combined heat and power (CHP)

An introduction to combined heat and power (CHP).

Combined heat and power (CHP)

Fuel cells Fuel cells

The principles behind the operation of fuel cells and the various types available.

Fuel cells

Electrical generation and environment glossary Electrical generation and environment – glossary of terms

Glossary of electrical generation and environment terms.

Electrical generation and environment – glossary of terms

Renewable energy

Biomass Fuels from biomass

An introduction to fuels from biomass.

Fuels from biomass

Hydroelectric power Hydroelectric power

This factfile details the principles of hydroelectric power.

Hydroelectric power

Solar power Solar power

This factfile gives an introduction to the various types of solar power available.

Solar Power Factfile

Tidal power Tidal power

This factfile details the principles of tidal power.

Tidal power

Wind power Wind power

This factfile gives an introduction to wind power in the UK.

Wind power