Solar Water Heating-Revised and Expanded
A Comprehensive Guide to Solar Water and Space Heating Systems
Published on 1. May 2010
Book
Paperback/Softback
256 pages
978-0-86571-668-1 (ISBN)
Description
Heating water with the sun is a practice almost as old as humankind itself. This book, 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, the book 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. The 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.
Reviews / Votes
"Solar Water Heating answers the what? why? and how? of solar thermal water heating system design and installation. Employing down-to-earth language and clear illustrations, this book succeeds in demystifying solar thermal in a way no other book has done. I take great pleasure in recommending this book to everyone I can. Information is power and this book is loaded with it."- Mike Helfman, president, Bubbling Springs Solar
"Bob's book will be required reading for all of our new installation personnel since it provides a complete and comprehensive history, guide and information about the type of work we do every day. It is nice for our new people to get a solid overview of the many types of technologies and strategies for using solar hot water."
- Richard Lane, Managing Partner, Solar Mining Company
"Bob Ramlow's Solar Water Heating is a practical solar encyclopedia for anyone interested in installing a solar energy system or in starting a solar energy company. The folksy writing is clear and the numerous diagrams make this book a great resource for everyone from the novice just getting started to the existing solar professional looking to pick up some of Bob Ramlow's many useful observations from a long career installing and maintaining solar energy systems."
- Don Wichert, Director, Renewable Energy Programs, Wisconsin Energy Conservation Corporation
More details
Edition
Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Gabriola Island
United States
Edition type
Revised edition
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 191 mm
Thickness: 13 mm
Weight
580 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-86571-668-1 (9780865716681)
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Other editions
Additional editions
Bob Ramlow | Benjamin Nusz
Solar Water Heating
A Comprehensive Guide to Solar Water and Space Heating Systems
E-Book
05/2023
New Society Publishers
€31.02
Available for download
Previous edition
Bob Ramlow | Benjamin Nusz
Solar Water Heating
A Comprehensive Guide to Solar Water and Space Heating Systems
Book
06/2006
New Society Publishers
€41.03
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Persons
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.
Benjamin Nusz currently works as a solar water heating consultant and site assessor in Wisconsin.
Content
Introduction; History; Conservation & the Economics of Solar Water Heating; Types of Solar Collectors; Other System Components; Solar Water Heating Systems; Solar Space Heating Systems; Choosing the Right System for Your Needs; System Installation; System Operation & Maintenance; Glossary; Index.