Alternative energy refers to energy obtained from sources other than conventional fossil fuels, particularly renewable sources such as solar, wind, hydroelectric, geothermal, and bioenergy, as well as lower-emission and transitional fuels. Its central purpose is to reduce dependence on coal, oil, and gas and the gre…
Alternative energy refers to energy obtained from sources other than conventional fossil fuels, particularly renewable sources such as solar, wind, hydroelectric, geothermal, and bioenergy, as well as lower-emission and transitional fuels. Its central purpose is to reduce dependence on coal, oil, and gas and the greenhouse-gas emissions associated with their combustion, supporting energy security, environmental protection, and the move toward sustainable energy systems. Realising these benefits requires understanding the performance, efficiency, and integration of different energy sources and conversion technologies. The research gathered here addresses aspects of energy supply and conversion relevant to alternatives and efficiency. Work on dual-fuel combustion examines the spray and combustion characteristics of diesel, natural gas, and dual-fuel operation, reflecting interest in cleaner-burning and transitional fuels that can lower emissions relative to conventional diesel use. Studies of distributed and renewable power are represented by a mathematical analysis of alternative power systems for a residential setting, illustrating how renewable and hybrid configurations can meet energy demand. The potential of biological resources for energy and the environment also features, including the biotechnological application of cyanobacteria and the valorisation of agricultural by-products. Together these works frame alternative energy as a field concerned with developing and evaluating cleaner energy sources and conversion methods, where understanding combustion behaviour, system design, and renewable resources contributes to reducing fossil-fuel reliance and environmental impact.
9 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.
The 9 articles above have been cited 19 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.
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