PennWell Books

Say goodbye to dense formulas and theories—this book makes the world of power generation accessible to all. Written in plain English, it uses everyday examples and clear illustrations to explain how electricity is created and delivered.

Starting with the basics of electricity generation, the book explores modern power station planning, from merchant power plants to repowering initiatives and the rise of gas turbine generation. It dives into the nuts and bolts of generation systems, including boilers, turbines, and alternative sources like solar, wind, geothermal, and tidal. Environmental concerns and fuel-specific features are also discussed, providing a comprehensive yet straightforward overview of the industry.

Perfect for industry newcomers and curious readers, this guide offers a clear and engaging introduction to how power is created and maintained in today’s evolving energy landscape.



https://buff.ly/gXOV7lY

This practical guide to petroleum property economic evaluation explains how engineers, analysts, and investors determine the true value of oil and gas assets.

Drawing from more than 50 years of industry experience, the book walks through production forecasting, discounted cash flow, operating costs, taxes, pricing projections, and market value estimation. It also explores often-overlooked areas such as abandonment obligations, ad valorem taxes, eminent domain, and royalty interest valuation. Designed to connect technical performance with financial outcomes, it provides the tools needed to evaluate both producing and non-producing properties with confidence.



https://buff.ly/SPikS3C

At the the Energy Capital Conference?

The bookstore is open!