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Zusatztext "One significant feature of this book is its simple! smooth and tactfully appointed flow of information. The author defines every concept with patience before using it?This book is useful for those who want to study the fundamental concepts of renewable energy technologies! their benefits! drawbacks! costs and paybacks. It is also beneficial for those who wish to begin using renewables for their home or business." Iman Niknia in the International Journal of Environmental Studies Informationen zum Autor Dilwyn Jenkins was Executive Director at the Powys Energy Agency between 2000 and 2004 and currently works from Wales as a consultant and writer on environmental issues, mainly related to energy, rainforest conservation, community development and cultural travel. Much of his work has focused on projects in Peru and Brazil as well as in Wales, Italy, Scandinavia and Austria. He is the author of Wood Pellet Heating Systems (Earthscan, 2010). Klappentext A fully illustrated guide to renewable energy for the home and small business! the book will provide an expert overview of precisely which sustainable energy technologies are appropriate for wide-spread domestic and small business application. Zusammenfassung Illustrations, Preface and Acknowledgements, 1 Introduction to Renewable Energy Technologies for the Home and Business, 2 The Importance of Energy Efficiency, 3 Wood Log and Wood Pellet Heating, 4 Solar Thermal, 5 Heat Pumps, 6 Photovoltaics, 7 Wind Energy, 8 Hydropower, 9 Case Studies, 10 Annex 1: Finance, 11 Annex 2: Resources, Index Inhaltsverzeichnis General Introduction. The Importance of Energy Efficiency. Wood, Wood Pellet and Wood Chip Heating. Solar Thermal. Heat Pumps. Photovoltaics. Wind Energy. Hydropower. Choosing the Right Technology. Finance and Support
