The New Revised and Expanded Solar Water Heating Book

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The New Revised and Expanded Solar Water Heating Book

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

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Heating water with the sun is a practice almost as old as human kind 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.   Purchase