The "green" state of mind is rapidly spreading across North America. Soaring fossil fuel costs, environmental issues and national security concerns are all raising interest in alternative energy technologies. The use of solar energy in North America will increase with each passing year. Rapid increases in the cost of conventional fuel will accelerate the pace of this expansion.This edition of idronics™ begins with a primer on solar heating fundamentals, then presents a wide spectrum of design concepts and hardware options for solar water heating and space heating. For the seasoned solar professional, it provides innovative design solutions to consider for future applications. Knowing how to size and configure active solar heating systems is an important skill for hydronic heating professionals that expect to serve the growing demand for active solar space-heating and domestic water heating systems.
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