Books Reviews by Paul Gipe
I have an extensive library on wind energy and energy policy. A number of these books I’ve reviewed over the years. Not all are in English, my native language. Nonetheless, I’ve reviewed some books in German, French, and Danish because I think it’s important to hear what these authors have to say about wind development in their countries.
Energy Switch: Proven Solutions for a Renewable Future by Craig Morris–A Review
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Paul Gipe
How North America Can Learn From Renewable Energy Success Stories in Europe
Winds of Change: A comparative study of the politics of wind energy innovation in California and Denmark
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Paul Gipe
Winds of Change by Rinie van Est is a masterly work of meticulous research that could well become a classic …
AEI’s Wind Course CD-ROM
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Paul Gipe
“Wind Energy and Wind Turbines,” by Vaughn Nelson and the AEI staff.
Real Goods’ Solar Living Sourcebook 11th Edition
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Paul Gipe
When the 11th edition of Real Goods’ Solar Living Sourcebook landed with a thud on my doorstep, I knew I was in for a treat. L
Die Geschichte der Windenergienutzung 1890-1990 (The History of Wind Energy Utilization 1890-1990) by Matthias Heymann
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Paul Gipe
American readers will find two sections particularly intriguing: development of wind energy in Germany during the Third Reich, and a critical comparison of the German, U.S., and Danish wind energy programs in the modern era.
Reaping the Wind: How Mechanical Wizards, Visionaries, and Profiteers Helped Shape Our Energy Future by Peter Asmus
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Paul Gipe
Timing is everything. And Peter Asmus couldn’t have better timed the release of his book about the rise and fall …
Spanish Survey of Small Turbine Technology A review by Paul Gipe
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Paul Gipe
Researchers at Spain’s national energy center, CIEMAT, reported on a survey of small wind turbine technology at the European Wind Energy Association special topic conference in Kassel, Germany.
Brakedrum Windmill Plans Year 2000 Edition
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Paul Gipe
Hugh Piggott’s plans for turning a used brakedrum into a windmill is welcome addition to the literature on small wind turbines.
