The Renewable Energy Handbook

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This revised edition focuses on the unique requirements of off-grid living and the use of "green" energy for homeowners connected to electrical utilities. It covers energy efficiency, home heating and cooling, domestic water heating, and various energy generation methods such as photovoltaic, wind, and micro-hydro systems. The book also addresses battery selection, inverters, backup power, and wireless communications, providing comprehensive specifications for many products available today. Whether you're a novice or an industry expert, this handbook teaches you how to maximize your energy budget while utilizing renewable energy, alleviating concerns about pollution for future generations. Since its initial release in 2003, this top-selling technology book has been recognized as a leader in its field. The 2010 edition is fully revised, presented in an easy-to-read 8 x 10 inch format, and enhanced with hundreds of illustrations, line drawings, photographs, and appendices. Author and engineer William H. Kemp, a leading expert in renewable energy technologies, shares insights from his experience designing and building an off-grid home that maintains middle-class comforts without fossil fuels. The author showcases various homes to illustrate real-world applications of these technologies.