| Edition |
Revised 2nd edition. |
| Description |
1 online resource |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Summary |
"Written for the layman, Power from the Sun is the fully revised and updated guide for individuals and businesses interested in generating their own solar electricity. Practical and accessible, it provides a basic understanding of electricity, wiring, and solar energy, and guides the reader through site assessment and determining the type of system needed, providing a solid understanding of grid-tied and off-grid systems, along with important guidelines on installation."-- Provided by publisher. |
| Contents |
1. An Introduction to Solar Electricity -- 2. Understanding the Sun and Solar Energy -- 3. Understanding Solar Electricity -- 4. Solar Site Assessment -- 5. Solar Electric Systems: What Are Your Options? -- 6. Understanding Inverters -- 7. Batteries, Charge Controllers, and Gen- sets -- 8. Mounting a PV Array for Maximum Output -- 9. Final Considerations: Permits, Covenants, Utility Interconnection, and Buying a System -- Appendix A: Summary of State Net Metering Policies. |
| Subject |
Photovoltaic power systems.
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Photovoltaic power generation.
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Solar houses.
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Dwellings -- Power supply.
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TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Mechanical.
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Dwellings -- Power supply.
(OCoLC)fst00900145
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Photovoltaic power generation. (OCoLC)fst01062167
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Photovoltaic power systems. (OCoLC)fst01062185
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Solar houses. (OCoLC)fst01125112
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Power from the sun. Revised 2nd edition. (CaOONL)20169058271 |
| ISBN |
9781550926248 (electronic bk.) |
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1550926241 (electronic bk.) |
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