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Solar Water Heating: A Comprehensive Guide to Solar Water and Space Heating Systems

Name: Solar Water Heating: A Comprehensive Guide to Solar Water and Space Heating Systems
Author: Bob Ramlow
ISBN: 9781550924169

by Bob Ramlow, Benjamin Nusz

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Overview

"Solar Water Heating reviews the history of solar water & 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; and 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.

About the Author, Bob Ramlow

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. A founder and director of the Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) he has authored a training manual on solar water & space heating. Benjamin Nusz is a graduate of the University of Minnesota — Twin Cities and is currently working as a solar water heating consultant and site assessor in Wisconsin.