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Author : Dan Chiras
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1282464965
Author : Dan Chiras
Publisher : New Society Publisher
Page : 428 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2011-07-01
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9781550924794
From the author of Power from the Sun, the complete guide to switching to clean, affordable, renewable energy resources. Energy bills have skyrocketed in the United States, and traditional energy sources can be as damaging to the environment as they are to your pocketbook. The Homeowner’s Guide to Renewable Energy will show you how to slash your home energy costs while dramatically reducing your carbon footprint. Completely revised and updated, this new edition describes the most practical and affordable methods for significantly improving in-home energy efficiency and tapping into clean, affordable, renewable energy resources. If implemented, these measures will save the average homeowner tens of thousands of dollars over the coming decades. Focusing on the latest technological advances in residential renewable energy, this guide examines each alternative energy option available including: · Solar hot water and solar hot air systems · Passive and active solar retrofits for heating and cooling · Electricity from solar, wind, and microhydro · Hydrogen, fuel cells, methane digesters, and biodiesel This well-illustrated and accessible guide is an essential resource for those wanting to enter the renewable energy field. Packed with practical tips and guidelines, it gives readers sufficient knowledge to hire and communicate effectively with contractors and is a must-read for anyone interested in saving money and achieving energy independence. “If you’re thinking about investing in a renewable energy system for your home . . . The Homeowner’s Guide to Renewable Resources helps clarify the decision-making process . . . . Dan guides you through everything you need to choose which renewable options to integrate into your lifestyle. A great addition to my bookshelf!” —Mick Sagrillo, Sagrillo Power & Light
Author : Alin Vrancila
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2024-03-24
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9798320223728
This book is a comprehensive guide to solar power for homeowners. It covers topics such as the basics of solar energy, types of solar panels, the benefits of solar power, assessing your home's solar potential, financing and incentives, installing and maintaining your solar power system, connecting to the grid and net metering, maximizing energy efficiency, solar power myths and FAQs, the future of solar power, and resources for homeowners interested in solar power. This comprehensive guide provides detailed information and resources to help homeowners make informed decisions about going solar and reaping the benefits of clean, renewable energy.
Author : Daniel D. Chiras
Publisher : New Society Publishers
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Dwellings
ISBN : UOM:39015063319910
A vital guide for surviving coming fuel shortages by tapping into renewable energy resources
Author : Christine Woodside
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2008-12-16
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9781599217246
Energy Independence is the essential guide to the most viable and affordable alternative energy solutions for the everyday consumer—including solar panels, wind generators, hydrogen fuel cells, wood, hydro-electric, geothermal heat pumps, and more. For all those seeking either to supplement their traditional fuel-burning furnace or to revamp their home, this book has what they need to get started. They'll learn about the most progressive and advanced options as well as tried and true energy conservation techniques. They'll learn how much each method costs, and how quickly they will recoup any investment. Also including a chapter on alternative-fuel cars, this book has been revised and updated with the most recent stats, technology, costs, and advice. It is a must for anyone—urbanite, suburbanite, or rural dweller—who relies on traditional oil-burning sources but has decided it's high time to be proactive both about cutting fuel costs and achieving freedom from fossil fuel dependence.
Author : Bruce Anderson,Malcolm Wells
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1981-01-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0471886513
Author : Greg Pahl
Publisher : Chelsea Green Publishing
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2003-09
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781603581561
"Natural Home Heating" is the first comprehensive guide to heating your home with renewable energy sources. Greg Pahl offers a well-organized, easy-to-understand tour of all available home-heating options, including traditional oil and gas furnaces, wood stoves and masonry heaters, active and passive solar systems, and heat pumps. Included is everything you need to know about the fuels, systems, technologies, costs, and advantages and disadvantages of each option. Pahl teaches homeowners how to retrofit existing heating systems and choose renewable replacements, or design an entirely new house that can be heated comfortably with minimal environmental and financial impact. Consider: - 95% of American homes are heated with fossil fuels. - Oil and gas prices are up by more than 20% as supplies dwindle and sources become less reliable. - Home heating costs could double or even triple in the event of a fuel crisis. - The fossil fuel economy is unsustainable. - There are viable, clean, healthy, and afford able home heating alternatives! Learn how to burn environmentally friendly bio-diesel fuels, not just in your car, but in your furnace. Find out how a ground-source heat pump works and why it can achieve 400% heating efficiency. Discover what it takes to make burning wood truly sustainable. Natural Home Heating explains all these details and more, making it unique in the marketplace.
Author : Dan Chiras
Publisher : New Society Publisher
Page : 443 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2011-07-01
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9781550924794
From the author of Power from the Sun, the complete guide to switching to clean, affordable, renewable energy resources. Energy bills have skyrocketed in the United States, and traditional energy sources can be as damaging to the environment as they are to your pocketbook. The Homeowner’s Guide to Renewable Energy will show you how to slash your home energy costs while dramatically reducing your carbon footprint. Completely revised and updated, this new edition describes the most practical and affordable methods for significantly improving in-home energy efficiency and tapping into clean, affordable, renewable energy resources. If implemented, these measures will save the average homeowner tens of thousands of dollars over the coming decades. Focusing on the latest technological advances in residential renewable energy, this guide examines each alternative energy option available including: · Solar hot water and solar hot air systems · Passive and active solar retrofits for heating and cooling · Electricity from solar, wind, and microhydro · Hydrogen, fuel cells, methane digesters, and biodiesel This well-illustrated and accessible guide is an essential resource for those wanting to enter the renewable energy field. Packed with practical tips and guidelines, it gives readers sufficient knowledge to hire and communicate effectively with contractors and is a must-read for anyone interested in saving money and achieving energy independence. “If you’re thinking about investing in a renewable energy system for your home . . . The Homeowner’s Guide to Renewable Resources helps clarify the decision-making process . . . . Dan guides you through everything you need to choose which renewable options to integrate into your lifestyle. A great addition to my bookshelf!” —Mick Sagrillo, Sagrillo Power & Light
Author : Rex A. Ewing
Publisher : PixyJack Press
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2013-01-15
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9780977372492
"Covers renewable energy options for grid-tied and off-grid homeowners, including solar energy (passive and active), wind power, microhydro energy, geothermal heat pumps, solar water heating, biomass heating, backup generators and pumping/storing water. Also examines energy conservation, system sizing/pricing, and tax incentives"--
Author : Brita Belli,Harvey Bryan
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2009-07-07
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781101102275
An essential how-to on powering your home with sun, wind, water, and more. For readers wanting to save money-and the planet-by using alternative energy, this book provides everything they need to know. The five basic sources are fully covered: sun, wind, water, earth, and bio. The benefits, what is needed, and whether it will work for a particular home are all carefully laid out in this comprehensive overview: ? Solar energy for home heating, water heating, and electricity ? Wind power, hydrogen, and micro hydro power ? Heat pumps-air, geothermal, and water source ? Heating with wood and going bio
Author : Paul Scheckel
Publisher : Storey Publishing, LLC
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2013-04-29
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9781603428477
Are you looking for creative ways to lower your energy costs, generate more of your own power, or become less reliant on the grid? Paul Scheckel offers practical advice for taking matters into your own hands. Explaining the fundamentals of solar, wind, water, and biofuel energy production, Scheckel shows you how to build and maintain a wide variety of energy-saving and energy-producing equipment, ranging from thermosiphon solar hot water collectors to bicycle-powered generators. Use less energy, save money, and help preserve the environment.
Author : Bruce Anderson,Malcolm Wells
Publisher : Brickhouse Publishing Company
Page : 197 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1993-05-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0931790956
Author : Chris Magwood
Publisher : New Society Publishers
Page : 467 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2014-03-01
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781550925159
Sustainable building from the ground up - the pros and cons of the latest green and natural materials and technologies From foundation to finish, a wealth of information is available on sustainable construction methods-entire volumes have been published on individual green and natural building techniques. But with so many different ideas to choose from, there is no single resource that allows an owner or builder to quickly and objectively compare the merits of each system for their particular project. Making Better Buildings cuts through the hype and provides the unvarnished facts about the upsides and downsides of the most widely discussed materials and technologies. Drawing on the real-world experiences of designer/builders, this comparative guide systematically and comprehensively examines each approach in terms of: Cost, sourcing, labor intensity, and ease of construction Energy efficiency, embodied energy, and environmental impacts Availability/accessibility Viable applications and future potential. Each chapter is rounded out by a chart which summarizes the material in a quick and accessible manner. Whether you are an owner preparing to build a green or natural home, or a conventional contractor determined to integrate sustainable alternatives into your existing construction practices, this up-to-the minute resource will help you make the best decisions for your project, while meeting your energy, efficiency, budgetary, and site-specific needs.
Author : Daniel Robinson
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2023-08-12
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798857195185
"Renewable Energy for Homeowners: Harness Solar, Wind, and Geothermal Resources" is a highly accessible guide designed to enlighten homeowners about the extensive benefits and practical implementation of renewable energy resources. It aims to demystify the technical jargon, fostering a seamless transition from curiosity to comprehension. The numerous chapters within the book cover a gamut of topics including solar, wind, and geothermal energy. By breaking down these complex subjects into digestible segments, it equips readers with the knowledge to transform their own homes into self-sufficient, environmentally friendly havens. Not only does this book provide comprehensive insights into harnessing renewable energy, but it also delves into the financial considerations and potential savings one can expect on utility bills. Written by Daniel Robinson, an earth enthusiast well-versed in the field of sustainability, this book brings his practical experiences, garnered over many years, to the table. Shedding light on renewable energy's current state and future prospects, Daniel's blend of easy-to-understand writing, practical advice, and innate passion make this guide a must-read for those considering a shift towards sustainable living. Start your journey towards sustainable living and join the renewable energy revolution today!
Author : William H. Kemp
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2004-03
Category : Energy conservation
ISBN : 0973323302
The Renewable Energy Handbook for Homeowners includes practical tips such as: - energy conservation (both on and off the grid) - heating (and cooling) with renewable energy - grid interconnection (linking your renewable energy system to the existing electrical-grid) - standalone systems (off-the-grid). - step-by-step theory and practical application of batteries inverters, photovoltaic panels and more. We discuss how to stretch your energy dollar, doing much more with less, without having to live a Spartan lifestyle. Step-by-step guidance and easy to understand instructions will help you pave the way to better energy management and renewable energy production, whether or not you cut the electrical supply lines to your home or cottage, Most of all, the Renewable Energy Handbook for Homeowners will show you how to do it all right now