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Author by : Everett M. Barber
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2010
Publisher by : Taunton Press
ISBN : 9781600852527
With the cost of heating oil and electricity fluctuating wildly, consumers are clamoring for information on alternative energy. This source book covers all the relevant technologies, including solar space and water heating as well as photovoltaic electricity....
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Author by : Scott Davis
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2022-09-27
Publisher by : Independently Published
ISBN : 9798354971985
Congratulations for considering DIY Solar Power to power your home. These are your alternatives for producing your own electricity.First mentioned is solar power, which is by far the most abundant energy source on Earth and is readily capable of supplying several times the present energy demand. Numerous individuals are adopting this energy source since it saves them money and is beneficial to the environment. Another reason more individuals are switching to green energy is because it is now inexpensive and simple to make solar panels themselves. Did you know that you can purchase all the components necessary to construct your own solar panels at a hardware store? And that you can construct a solar panel for less than two hundred dollars? What is Do-It-Yourself Solar Energy? Solar energy is the process of converting sunlight into electricity. PV (Photovoltaics - a term used to convert sunlight into energy) directly converts sunlight into electricity. Solar cells, which are devices that convert sunlight into electricity via the photovoltaic effect, are used to construct a solar panel, which is used to generate energy to power your home and is something you can produce yourself. These solar panels can then be installed on the roof of a residence or in the backyard. This guide will show all you need to know about DIY solar power installation, building and maintenance right from your home....
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Author by : Buzzer Joseph
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2021-07-23
Publisher by :
ISBN : 9798542660042
DIY guide! how to install grid & off-grid solar PV systems, build solar-powered electric cars, convert conventional cars to electric cars, online & offline ways to make money from solar energy sector (including stocks), electrical wiring & protection system installation guides This book, Complete Solar PV System Installation Guide teaches you from scratch, the step by step guide on how to install solar PV systems in your home & office with solution to all calculations involved, how to build solar powered electric cars & also convert your old conventional petrol/gasoline cars to electric cars. You will also learn the various ways to make money from the solar energy sector. This book is a practical guide, which means you practice as you learn. Here are some of the things you will learn from this book: Why Go Solar: Pros & Cons of Solar PV Technology Different Ways to Make Money from Solar Energy Sector: Online & Offline Solar Energy Business Ideas, Ways to Invest in the Solar Energy Sector, including Solar Energy Stocks Different Solar PV Inverter Technologies for Grid & Off-Grid Connections: Grid Connected & Off-Grid Solar Systems, Types of PV Inverters Solution to All Solar PV System Installation Calculations: Load Analysis/Estimation, Inverter/UPS Rating, Estimated Backup Hours of Solar Batteries, Required Number of Batteries, Estimated Charging Current for the Batteries, Estimated Charging Time for the Batteries, Required Number of Solar Panels & the Best Connection Type, How to Read a Solar Panel Name Plate, Different Types of Charge Controller, Ratings & Recommendations, Best Type of Solar Cable & Size to Use for the Solar Components Wiring How to Choose the Best Solar (PV) Batteries & Panels for your System: Different Types of Solar Module Technology & Recommendations, Why you should Not Use Car Batteries for your PV System, Different Types of Solar Batteries & Recommendations, Things to Consider when Choosing a Solar Battery, Tips to Help your Solar PV Batteries Last Longer, Some Recommended PV Deep Cycle Battery Brands 3 Best Ways to Connect your Solar Batteries & Panels: How to Connect Cells in Series, Parallel & Series-Parallel, Best Ways to Connect Solar Batteries & Panels of Varying Ratings How to Connect Solar Batteries & Panels to Charge Controller: Functions of a Solar Charge Controller in Solar System, Difference between MPPT & PWM Charge Controllers, How to Connect Solar Batteries & Panels to the Charge Controller, PV Battery Installation Tips How to Mount Solar Panels on Roof Tops & Standalone Structures: Factors to Consider before Mounting your Solar Panels, Possible Solar Arrays Mounting Locations Various Ways to Make Solar System Wiring/Connection in your Home: Schematic/Energy Flow Diagram of a Typical Solar PV System, Different Categories of Solar PV Connection, Essential Parts of a Solar Power Inverter, Various Ways to Wire a Self-Use Grid & Off-Grid/Standalone Solar PV Systems Best Ways to Protect your Solar PV System via Effective Earthing: How Lightning Affect a Solar System, Different Ways to Protect Solar PV System from Lightning Effect, Components/Tools Needed for Effective Earthing, Steps by Step Guide for Earthing a Building/Solar System, How to Check if a Building is Grounded or Not How to Convert Conventional Cars to Solar Powered Electric Cars: Step by Step Guide for Converting a Gasoline Car to Electric Car, Guide for Converting a Petrol-Powered Car to a Solar-Powered Electric Car, Free Videos for Learning How to Build Solar-powered Electric Cars Bonus: Free resources for skill acquisition & personal development This book was written by an electrical & electronic engineering professional. Now buy this book, follow the guides & enjoy the green energy....
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Author by : Mike Sullivan
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2016-09-13
Publisher by : The Countryman Press
ISBN : 9781581575330
The do-it-yourself guide for converting your home to solar power Solar energy is clean, efficient, sustainable—and expensive. Or is it? Many homeowners simply assume that the cost of solar panels is out of their reach, but in reality, the technology is quickly becoming attainable for the middle class. Rather than leasing panels from one of those home solar startups (and letting them reap the financial benefits), why not join the thousands who are doing it themselves? In Solar Rooftop DIY, sustainable energy expert Mike Sullivan offers five design plans—ranging from a few simple panels to a complex, roof-covering array—for building a rooftop PV energy system for any home. Each plan has clear and detailed step-by-step photographs showing the installation process. Many of them require no additional labor—just a few days' commitment for the average weekend warrior. With energy costs only set to increase in the future, now is the time to make the switch to solar and start selling power back to the grid....
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Author by : Gregory F. Nemet
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2019-05-20
Publisher by : Routledge
ISBN : 9780429643859
Solar energy is a substantial global industry, one that has generated trade disputes among superpowers, threatened the solvency of large energy companies, and prompted serious reconsideration of electric utility regulation rooted in the 1930s. One of the biggest payoffs from solar’s success is not the clean inexpensive electricity it can produce, but the lessons it provides for innovation in other technologies needed to address climate change. Despite the large literature on solar, including analyses of increasingly detailed datasets, the question as to how solar became inexpensive and why it took so long still remains unanswered. Drawing on developments in the US, Japan, Germany, Australia, and China, this book provides a truly comprehensive and international explanation for how solar has become inexpensive. Understanding the reasons for solar’s success enables us to take full advantage of solar’s potential. It can also teach us how to support other low-carbon technologies with analogous properties, including small modular nuclear reactors and direct air capture. However, the urgency of addressing climate change means that a key challenge in applying the solar model is in finding ways to speed up innovation. Offering suggestions and policy recommendations for accelerated innovation is another key contribution of this book. This book will be of great interest to students and scholars of energy technology and innovation, climate change and energy analysis and policy, as well as practitioners and policymakers working in the existing and emerging energy industries....
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Author by : Noah Daniels
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2014-04-04
Publisher by : BookRix
ISBN : 9783730996591
You have probably heard about solar power and how it is the new and upcoming alternative energy source of the future. It’s just not a buzzword anymore. It is a viable way for you to save time and money, while at the same time make a conscious effort to save the environment and the planet. Solar power has been revolutionized and new technology is allowing it to not only power your home, but to power personal devices such as cell phones, personal entertainment systems, and other electronic devices that you could use in virtually any situation. Whether you are a first responder to an emergency situation, you want to go camping, or you just want a radio on your next boating trip to work without batteries, personal solar power is the new-age way to get the power without using batteries or other environmentally damaging power sources. Solar power is now affordable to everyone and is available in a variety of ways to help save the environment. Where solar power used to be laughed at by skeptics, it is now being embraced as the alternative energy source that rivals hydrogen, hybrids, and other forms of alternative energy. As we try to break our addiction to fossil fuels, solar power has become the number one topic among think tanks and college professors. It has also become a topic of concern for top government officials in the relentless pursuit to break free of foreign oil and fossil fuels. In this e-book you will learn how to make, and how you can put this type of technology in your life to save not only the environment but money. By understanding the uses of personal solar power and the uses the solar power can be used for in your home, you could get off the power grid, away from the dominance of the power companies and other industries that think they have you by the neck. You can become independent and not rely on corporate power grids or government sanctions. With the secrets revealed in this e-book you’ll be able to not only have personalized solar power equipment, but you will be able to understand some primitive solar power technology that you can put to use in your life to become more independent from government or corporate powers....
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Author by : Bob Hopkins
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2022-01-28
Publisher by :
ISBN : 1639724079
How to set up a customized home solar system without breaking the bank - even if you know nothing about electricityHas your energy bill skyrocketed, and now you're looking for ways to pay less next month?Do you want to stop depending on the national power grid and instead rely on the sun's free energy supply?Would you like to install a solar power system in your home but fear the costs and process involved?With the average household power consumption standing at 893 kWh per month, there's no doubt that electricity bills take up a considerable chunk of your income.If you're tired of spending your hard-earned money paying for electricity, read on to know how you can save the planet and your pocket.Solar power is a real-life and environmental saver, but labor-related costs have made the average homeowner unable to afford the installation.Thankfully, this beginner-friendly guide details everything you need to know when setting up your home solar system.In Do-It-Yourself Green Power Home Solar System, you'll discover:? The different solar power systems to choose from based on your needs, budget, and where you want to install them? How to calculate your household energy requirements to determine the number of solar panels you need? How to plan and budget for your residential solar power system? A checklist of all the equipment and components you need to connect your solar power system depending on the model you pick? How to get the government to pay you for installing a solar energy system in your home for huge savings? How to wire and connect the entire system like a pro - avoid costly mistakes for a household that's fully powered on solar energy? Ways to pay for your home's solar system, even if you're broke? How to prevent short circuits, fire hazards, and other dangers that may compromise your solar power system or propertyAnd much more?Reducing your energy bill to zero is not a distant dream, and it shouldn't be....
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Author by : Sustainable Stevie
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2013-01-22
Publisher by : Sustainable Stevie
ISBN :
NOTE: This book is written for those COMTEMPLATING getting a solar panel system if they don't know enough about it yet. A good, basic understanding of what you need to know "before" diving into it is what you will learn in order to make an informed decision; especially if you are in the United States (or Canada). So if you are considering do it yourself solar panels for your home, or solar panel installation through a contractor, "Solar Power for Sustainable Living - What to Consider Before Going the Do It Yourself Solar Route" is a great reference guide to make sure you've considered the most important avenues or prerequisites of getting into do-it-yourself solar panels before you get started and then realize that you should've considered these aspects first, which are very important in decision making. It is informative and detailed to give you a good understanding of how it all works and what's really involved when it comes to obtaining a PV solar power system for sustainable living. Charts and illustrations are also included for easy reference. You'll get information, terminology, advice, things you'd better be aware of or consider beforehand, education, valuable tips that's going to literally help you, what exact items you'll need to buy and what it cost, how to connect with other people doing the same thing that you are (which is huge), and much more. If you need to find out what the latest and up to date information is for what your state (in USA) is currently offering for rebates and incentives on using solar power for your home or office, there's a reference conveniently provided for that. There's also reference to a handy calculator that you can use to help estimate the size and cost of installing a PV system. For the US and CANADA, going by zip code, just in case you need to check out or prescreen solar contractors in your area to get an estimate or just to ask some questions, there's a reference that provides that information as well. You'll get surprise information that most people haven't thought about before or are simply not aware of. "Solar Power for Sustainable Living - What to Consider Before Going the Do It Yourself Solar Route" provides the kind of due diligence you need for sustainable living through a solar power system....
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Author by : Martha Maeda
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2011
Publisher by : Atlantic Publishing Company
ISBN : 9781601383617
Now more than ever, the question of economic and environmentally friendly energy sources has become a hot topic in almost every American home. With that in mind, more and more people are turning to alternatives such as solar power as a means of saving money and reducing their imprint on the environment. This nearly carbon neutral method comes with hefty tax rebates from the federal government and in states like California and New Jersey massive rebates from the state. More states are considering similar rebates and with a 3 to 8 year energy savings possible according to a recent report by the New York Times, it is an ideal solution for anyone looking to save money in the long term and help the planet immediately. This book will guide anyone interested in the process of installing and utilizing solar power for their home in the process of searching for, buying, or building their own solar power system. Learn how solar power and other alternative energy sources can help to save the world regardless of the cost and how you can start surveying your own energy use and efficiency. Learn how you can start making basic adjustments to become more efficient and how solar power can help you before you start any major projects. Learn what solar power requires, from cost and equipment to maintenance and preparation in certain times of the year. Learn how solar power works and how to start evaluating the potential of it for your building needs. Take the cost of installing solar power and learn how long it will take to make money back on your investment, including information on federal and state rebates that might affect you. Multiple individuals who have successfully installed solar power in their homes have been interviewed and their experiences included in this guide to help you learn what others go through and how they came out. Learn how the installation process works and how it can be done in your landscape, in small projects, for heating and purifying water, swimming pool heating, and other smaller projects. Learn about how individuals construct solar power systems on their own to save money and what is involved in a full PV system. Finally, learn how the market for green homes has made it possible to extract a huge return on investment from building or remodeling a home with solar power. For anyone who has ever considered solar power as a viable means to save money and the environment, this guide will help you get started right away.br> Atlantic Publishing is a small, independent publishing company based in Ocala, Florida. Founded over twenty years ago in the company presidentâe(tm)s garage, Atlantic Publishing has grown to become a renowned resource for non-fiction books. Today, over 450 titles are in print covering subjects such as small business, healthy living, management, finance, careers, and real estate. Atlantic Publishing prides itself on producing award winning, high-quality manuals that give readers up-to-date, pertinent information, real-world examples, and case studies with expert advice. Every book has resources, contact information, and web sites of the products or companies discussed....
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Author by : Rik DeGunther
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2011-02-09
Publisher by : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN : 9781118051870
Want to take advantage of solar power in your home? Whether you’re looking to save on your energy costs by adding a few solar components or you want to build a solar-powered house from the ground up, Solar Power For Dummies takes the mystery out of this energy source and shows you how to put it to work for you! This friendly, hands-on guide is packed with tips for making your home more energy-efficient though solar power—and helping the planet at the same time. You’ll see how to survey your home to determine your current household energy efficiency and use, and evaluate where solar power would best benefit you. You’ll also calculate what the return on your investment will be before you make any decisions. Once you’ve decided on a project, you’ll see whether it’s best to hire a contractor or do it yourself. We leave no stone unturned—you’ll also discover how to: Choose and install your best solar system Handle small to large solar projects Heat and cool your house with solar energy Install exterior solar lighting Handle swimming pool, water heater, or ventilation solar projects Create greenhouses or solar rooms Build, buy, or sell a solar home Finance your solar investments Take advantage of tax rebates and incentives associated with solar power Avoid the worst solar mistakes Featuring ten of the easiest and cheapest do-it-yourself solar projects, Solar Power For Dummies is the fun and easy way to meet your energy needs with this clean power source!...
