Heating water with the sun is simple, cost-effective, and a practice almost as old as humankind itself. Beginning with a review of the history of solar water and space heating systems from prehistory to the present, this guide presents an introduction to modern solar energy systems, energy conservation, and energy economics. This book covers the types of solar collectors, solar water and space heating systems, and solar pool heating systems (including...

"Kick the oil habit; turn to the sun for heating and cooling. Homeowners are increasingly worried about our dependence on fossil fuels. From potentially catastrophic climate change to the strain of skyrocketing fuel prices, the need for a clean, affordable alternative has never been more urgent. Passive solar house design is the alternative. The core appeal of this revised and expanded edition of The Passive Solar House is its basis on James Kachadorianʼs...

Includes index and bibiliography

In a clear, nontechnical language, this book explains how solar heating works and how it can be applied to your home - in active and passive space heating, domestic water heating, and pool heating.