This book includes contributions from national and international experts, laying out the present state of knowledge on wind energy. Beginning with a short history of wind technology, the coverage presents analytical techniques for addressing wind's interaction with other resources on the grid, as well as the results of in-depth wind integration studies. It also reviews policy issues around the responsible siting of renewable resources. This thorough handbook provides the background needed by analysts, regulators, planners, and policy consultants to understand the opportunities, costs, and challenges relating to the burgeoning development of wind power.