This book presents some new concepts and ideas regarding future steps in the development and progress of solar thermal energy. Preliminary results for advanced control of solar plants are presented using effective defocusing mechanisms. The authors discuss the sizing ratio of grid-connected photovoltaic systems and the relationship of this parameter with the maximum available power. Additionally, the optimum value of the sizing ratio of a grid-connected photovoltaic system is defined as one that maximizes the yearly energy efficiency in the photovoltaic installation considered. The concluding study makes a comparative econometric analysis on the relationship between the solar energy consumption that is produced by solar energy systems and the economic growth for the group of G-7 & G-20 countries. The econometric analysis includes panel data techniques with a chosen appropriate production function.
Discusses the historical, present, and future uses of solar energy and includes instructions for experiments and model building.
Examines the sun, discussing heat, light, plants and sunlight, fossil fuels, and energy.
A step-by-step guide to choosing, building, and installing a solar collector system in the home presents information on costs, financing, auxiliary heating, and assessing individual heating needs
The Once and Future Resource: A History of Solar Energy
"This book is for anyone who is thinking about or already living off grid and wants to learn how to build simple solar homesteading projects to make life easier.
Sunspots: An Exploration of Solar Energy Through Fact and Fiction
Discussess how the sun shines on the earth and pours down light and warmth in a way that we take for granted. The sun makes things grow. Explore how solar energy works.
This book is about using solar in your RV, boat, van, or something along those lines.
First Published in 2012. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
Solar Energy Index: Supplement