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Solar Water Heating - Revised and Expanded (PDF)

A Comprehensive Guide to Solar Water and Space Heating Systems

by (author) Bob Ramlow & Benjamin Nusz

Publisher
New Society Publishers
Initial publish date
May 2010
Category
Alternative & Renewable
  • eBook

    ISBN
    9781550924497
    Publish Date
    May 2010
    List Price
    $16.20

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Description

Heating water with the sun is a practice almost as old as humankind itself. Solar Water Heating, now completely revised and expanded, is the definitive guide to this clean and cost-effective technology.

Beginning with a review of the history of solar water and space heating systems from prehistory to the present, Solar Water Heating presents an introduction to modern solar energy systems, energy conservation and energy economics. Drawing on the authors' experiences as designers and installers of these systems, the book goes on to cover:

  • Types of solar collectors, solar water and space heating systems and solar pool heating systems, including their advantages and disadvantages
  • System components, their installation, operation, and maintenance
  • System sizing and siting
  • Choosing the appropriate system.

This book focuses on the financial aspects of solar water or space heating systems, clearly showing that such systems generate significant savings in the long run. With many diagrams and illustrations to complement the clearly-written text, this book is designed for a wide readership ranging from the curious homeowner to the serious student or professional.

About the authors

Bob Ramlow is the solar thermal consultant for the Wisconsin Focus on Energy Program. The owner of a renewable energy company, he has over 30 years experience with solar energy systems and is a founder and director of the Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA).

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Benjamin Nusz currently works as a solar water heating consultant and site assessor in Wisconsin.

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