Beschreibung:
This practical guide is about the benefits on an individual, societal, and environmental basis associated with adding solar panels to parking lots and other locations to generate electricity for charging electric vehicles, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and provide vehicle shade and shelter. Its objective is to share information on pathways from our present situation to a world with a more sustainable transportation system with EVs, SPCSs. Written for all audiences, high school and college teachers and students, those in industry and government, and those involved in community issues will benefit by learning more about the topics addressed in the book.
Introduction. Electric Vehicles. Solar Powered Charging Stations. Infrastructure for Charging Electric Vehicles. Batteries and Energy Storage. Electrical Grid Modernization. Distributed Renewable Energy Generation. Urban Air Quality. Economics, Finance, and Policy. Sustainable Development. International Opportunities. Conclusions.