This revised edition of ''The Renewable Energy
Handbook'' focuses on the unique requirements of
off-grid living as well as using ''green'' energy for
homeowners who remain connected to the electrical
utility. The book contains chapters on: Energy
efficiency and economicsHome heating and cooling and
domestic water heatingPhotovoltaic, wind, and
micro-hydro energy generationBattery selection and
invertersBackup power, wireless communications, etc.It
includes comprehensive specifications for many of the
products available in the market today.Whether you are
just curious or an industry expert, this handbook will
show you how to stretch your energy dollars (doing much
more with less) while powering your home with renewable
energy. And, unlike fossil fuels or nuclear energy,
renewable energy frees you from worry about dumping
today's pollution on tomorrow's children.Since its
release in 2003, ''The Renewable Energy Handbook'' has
been a top-selling technology book and is recognized as
the best in its field.This edition has been fully
revised for 2010 and beyond. It has been increased in
size to an easy-to-read 8 x 10 inch format, and it is
augmented with hundreds of illustrations, line drawings,
photographs, and appendices.Author/engineer William H.
Kemp is a leading expert in renewable energy
technologies. He and his wife designed and built their
own off-grid home, which has all the standard
middle-class creature comforts while using no
fossil-fuel energy. The author showcases an assortment
of homes, including his own, to demonstrate real-world
application of the technologies. |
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