Solar Power Generation is a concise, up-to-date, and readable guide providing an introduction to the leading renewable power generation technology. It includes detailed descriptions of solar photovoltaic and solar thermal generation systems, and demystifies the relevant solar energy technology functions in practice while also exploring economic and environmental risk factors. Engineers, managers, policymakers, and those involved in planning and delivering energy resources will find this reference a valuable guide to help establish a reliable power supply to address social and economic objectives.Focuses on the evolution and developments in solar energy generationEvaluates the economic and environmental viability of the systems with concise diagrams and accessible explanationsDemystifies the relevant solar energy technology functions in practiceExplores economic and environmental risk factors.