Book
Power from the sun : achieving energy independence / Dan Chiras with Robert Aram and Kurt Nelson. --
Record details
- ISBN: 9780865718296 (pbk.)
- Physical Description: xiii, 257 p. : ill., maps.
- Edition: 2nd ed.
- Publisher: Gabriola Island, BC : New Society, c2009.
Content descriptions
| General Note: | "A Mother Earth news book for wiser living recommendation"--Cover. "A practical guide"--Spine. |
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (p. 237-243) and index. |
| Immediate Source of Acquisition Note: | LSC 26.95 |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Solar energy. Electric power. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Branch | 621.31244 Chi 2017 | 31681020034849 | NONFICPBK | Available | - |
- Perseus Publishing
From the author of The Homeownerâs Guide to Renewable Energy, an easy guide to solar electricityâeverything you need to power your home or small business.
Written for the individual or business layman, this is the fully revised and updated guide for generating solar electricity. Practical and accessible, it provides a basic understanding of electricity, wiring, and solar energy. The book guides the reader through assessing your solar electricity site and determining the type of solar system needed for to generate solar electricity, providing you with a solid understanding of grid-tied and off-grid systems, along with important guidelines on installation.
Power from the Sun, 2nd Edition, discusses types of photovoltaic and photovoltaic solar energy systems, and includes comprehensive information on recent changes and improvements in PV modules, charge controllers, inverters, batteries, generators, and net metering policies. It offers an excellent overview of the many options available as a guide for generating solar electricity, allowing you to make the best choices for your individual situation during the design, installation, and operation of a solar energy system. This is the definitive laymanâs guide for homeowners, business owners, installers, architects, and just about anyone interested in generating solar electricity to lower energy bills and achieve greater independence through solar energy.
âDan Chiras is as reliable as a Swiss watchâonce again heâs created a text thatâs as accessible as it is informative.ââAnn Edminster, author of Energy Free: Homes for a Small Planet
âChiras makes it as easy as possible for you to affect your own transition away from fossil fuel dependence.ââBruce King, PE Director, Ecological Building Network, and author of The New Carbon Architecture
- Perseus Publishing
Power from the Sun is the fully revised and updated guide for those interested in generating solar electricity. Practical and accessible, it provides a basic understanding of electricity, wiring, and solar energy, and guides the reader through site assessment, providing a solid understanding of grid-tied and off-grid systems.
