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Solar Water Heating: A Comprehensive Guide to Solar Water and Space Heating Systems
by Bob Ramlow and Benjamin Nusz

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About This Book

ISBN13: 9780865715615
ISBN10: 0865715610
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Synopses & Reviews

Publisher Comments:

Heating water with the sun is almost as old as humankind itself, and it is done all over the world. Yet there are strangely few resources on the topic in North America.

Solar Water Heating fills this gap. It reviews the history of solar water and space heating systems from prehistory to the present, then presents the basics of solar water heating, including an introduction to modern solar energy systems, energy conservation and energy economics. Drawing on the author's experience as an installer 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
Since people often get turned off by the up-front cost, the book focuses especially on the financial aspects of solar water or space heating systems, clearly showing that such systems can save significant costs in the long run. Well-illustrated, the book is designed for a wide readership from the curious to the student or professional.

Book News Annotation:

Of all renewable energy options, according to Ramlow (solar thermal consultant for the Wisconsin Focus on Energy Program) and his collaborator Nusz (a solar water heating consultant in Wisconsin), solar water heating is the most mature. They present a guide to installing solar water heating systems, describing how to identify the right design and components for particular climates, how to select quality components, and the proper techniques for installation. The text is well illustrated and geared to be of use to students and professionals. Distributed in the US by Consortium Books Sales and Distribution. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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About the Author

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

ISBN:
9780865715615
Subtitle:
A Comprehensive Guide to Solar Water and Space Heating Systems
Author:
Bob Ramlow and Benjamin Nusz
With:
Nusz, Benjamin
Illustrator:
Nusz, Benjamin
Author:
Nusz, Benjamin
Author:
Ramlow, Bob
Publisher:
New Society Publishers
Subject:
Remodeling & Renovation - Energy Efficient
Subject:
Solar heating
Subject:
Solar water heaters.
Subject:
Environmental Conservation & Protection - General
Subject:
General House & Home
Copyright:
2006
Abridged:
Y
Series:
Mother Earth News Wiser Living Series
Publication Date:
June 2006
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
General/trade
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Y
Pages:
288
Dimensions:
9.00 x 7.00 in
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