Stand-Alone Solar Energy: Planning, sizing and installation of Stand-alone photovoltaic systems

· Oliver Style
Ebook
178
Pages
Eligible

About this ebook

 What is a standalone photovoltaic system and how does it work? How many panels will I need to generate energy? What kind of batteries are going to work best? This self-contained book provides you with the tools to plan, size and install a standalone PV system, with numerous illustrations and worked examples to facilitate the learning process. You will be able to identify the components of an installation, select the most appropriate equipment, and design a low-power system, as well as learning about the installation, management and maintenance of off-grid systems to ensure they have a long working life.

About the author

Oliver Style worked for 10 years in Mexico, Colombia and Ecuador, delivering projects and training programmes in off-grid photovoltaic systems, efficient biomass cooking stoves, and water supply systems, for the NGO Concern America. Based in Barcelona, Spain, he currently works as a consultant for Concern America’s appropriate technology programmes, alongside work as a Passive House designer.

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