The perfect source for solar powerafully illustrated. Solar Power (photovoltaics) is now a one-billion-dollar industry, and itas poised to grow rapidly in the near future as more pressure is placed on limited fossil fuel resources and as advances in solar technology drive down the costs of residential solar systems. This book helps readers understand the basics of solar power and other renewable energy sources, explore whether solar power makes sense for them, what their options are, and whatas involved with installing ...
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The perfect source for solar powerafully illustrated. Solar Power (photovoltaics) is now a one-billion-dollar industry, and itas poised to grow rapidly in the near future as more pressure is placed on limited fossil fuel resources and as advances in solar technology drive down the costs of residential solar systems. This book helps readers understand the basics of solar power and other renewable energy sources, explore whether solar power makes sense for them, what their options are, and whatas involved with installing various on and off-grid systems. aFully illustrated aCovers every conceivable solar-power topic and concern, including updated information on the increasing number of state rebate and incentive programs
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Add this copy of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Solar Power for Your Home to cart. $55.13, new condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Hialeah, FL, UNITED STATES, published 2002 by Alpha.
Add this copy of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Solar Power for Your Home to cart. $58.15, new condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Hialeah, FL, UNITED STATES, published 2007 by Alpha.
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Add this copy of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Solar Power for Your Home to cart. $75.80, new condition, Sold by GridFreed rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from North Las Vegas, NV, UNITED STATES, published 2010 by ALPHA.
Add this copy of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Solar Power for Your Home to cart. $76.47, new condition, Sold by GridFreed rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from North Las Vegas, NV, UNITED STATES, published 2007 by Alpha.
Add this copy of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Solar Power for Your Home to cart. $82.09, new condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Hialeah, FL, UNITED STATES, published 2010 by Alpha.
If you're looking for some breezy, general Information about solar energy this might be helpful. I was looking for more hands-on information, i.e., what kind of hardware do I need to install a system at my house and office, how is the wiring done between panels, how is it tied into my city's power grid, etc. I'm still looking for such a manual.
Screenwriter
Jun 4, 2009
Excellent!!
Totally serious yet lite to read. It really helps set about planning your solar/wind experience. Tons of tips and "side advice"
A true Keeper !
MCouts
Jan 22, 2009
Complete Idiots Guide : Solar Power for Your Home
A good general review of solar power electricity generation for residential use. However, it didn't provide the specifics I was looking for such as: designing a system, building solar panels, and wiring schematics.
c5c5
Apr 14, 2008
Very Practical Without Preaching
This book is a very practical hands-on guide to learning about, buying, and installing solar power systems that thankfully omits most of the typical preaching of the environmental movement. There is additional information about wind and geothermal power as well, though the main focus is on solar. The chapters are arranged so that you can read any one you wish first without having to read the book straight from page one. The information is easy to understand, though a few concepts may take a little re-reading if one is not knowledgeable about how electricity works. The chapters are varied including some good practical advice on how to maximize your home's energy efficiency, using whatever budget you have. Just reading this chapter alone will make purchasing this book well worth it.
