{"product_id":"9780865716681","title":"Solar Water Heating--Revised \u0026 Expanded Edition: A Comprehensive Guide to Solar Water and Space Heating Systems","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeating water with the sun is a practice almost as old as humankind itself. \u003ci\u003eSolar Water Heating\u003c\/i\u003e , now completely revised and expanded, is the definitive guide to this clean and cost-effective technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeginning with a review of the history of solar water and space heating systems from prehistory to the present, \u003ci\u003eSolar Water Heating\u003c\/i\u003e 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:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTypes of solar collectors, solar water, and space heating systems and solar pool heating systems, including their advantages and disadvantages\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSystem components, their installation, operation, and maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSystem sizing and siting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoosing the appropriate system\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBob Ramlow\u003c\/b\u003e has been involved in renewable energy system sales, installation, and manufacturing since 1976. He is an IREC\/ISPQ certified solar thermal independent master trainer and a NABCEP certified solar thermal installer. He writes and teaches workshops about solar energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBenjamin Nusz\u003c\/b\u003e has worked as an installer, site assessor, designer, and consultant for solar thermal systems. He currently trains renewable thermal technicians at Mid-State Technical College in Wisconsin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Society Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47018735239408,"sku":"9780865716681","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9780865716681_p0.jpg?v=1763828424","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780865716681","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}