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...

This book shows us how to garden like our ancestors. How to grow all our family's food with just hand labor and four basic hand tools, and little or no electricity or irrigation.

"The Homeowner's Guide to Renewable Energy tells you how. It starts by outlining the likely impacts of fossil fuel shortages and some basic facts about energy. It then discusses energy conservation to slash energy bills and prepare for renewable energy options. Focusing carefully on specific strategies needed to replace specific fuels, the book then examines each practical energy option available to homeowners..." -- Publisher website (November 2009)....