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Summary
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 disadvantagesSystem components, their installation, operation, and maintenanceSystem sizing and sitingChoosing 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.
Where to get it?
Amazon US
Amazon CA
Booktopia (AU)
Amazon UK
Powell's
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