Domestic Solar Energy: A Guide for the Home Owner
| AUTHOR | Harper, Gavin D. J. |
| PUBLISHER | Crowood Press (UK) (10/27/2008) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Hardcover (Hardcover) |
Description
For homeowners with an interest in green issues and energy efficiency, this guide considers the impact of global warming and the international energy crisis before explaining how to evaluate the energy performance of a house and make better use of natural lighting. All aspects are covered of the installation of photovoltaic cells to a residential property using solar power to produce domestic electricity and to heat water. The costs are calculated and the benefits of installing a solar energy system are assessed. This is essential reading for homeowners who wish to take advantage of free environmentally-friendly solar energy, reduce their energy bills in the long run, and help the environment.
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ISBN-13:
9781847970602
ISBN-10:
1847970605
Binding:
Hardback or Cased Book (Sewn)
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
144
Carton Quantity:
32
Product Dimensions:
6.60 x 0.50 x 9.30 inches
Weight:
1.10 pound(s)
Feature Codes:
Bibliography,
Index,
Price on Product,
Table of Contents,
Glossary,
Illustrated
Country of Origin:
MY
Subject Information
BISAC Categories
Technology & Engineering | Power Resources - Alternative & Renewable
Technology & Engineering | Sustainable Living
Technology & Engineering | Construction - Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Dewey Decimal:
697.78
Library of Congress Control Number:
2010444906
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For homeowners with an interest in green issues and energy efficiency, this guide considers the impact of global warming and the international energy crisis before explaining how to evaluate the energy performance of a house and make better use of natural lighting. All aspects are covered of the installation of photovoltaic cells to a residential property using solar power to produce domestic electricity and to heat water. The costs are calculated and the benefits of installing a solar energy system are assessed. This is essential reading for homeowners who wish to take advantage of free environmentally-friendly solar energy, reduce their energy bills in the long run, and help the environment.
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Author:
Harper, Gavin D. J.
Gavin D. J. Harper is an energy consultant, sustainable innovator and author of a number of books on energy, technology and engineering.
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