Planning and Installing Solar Thermal Systems: A Guide for Installers, Architects and Engineers, 3rd Edition

New Edition of the Bestselling Installation Guide Solar thermal systems available today offer efficiency and reliability.They can be applied in different conditions to meet space- and water-heating requirements in the residential, commercial and industrial building sectors.The potential for this technology and the associated environmental benefits are significant.This fully revised bestselling guide has a substantially revised Chapter 3, and significant updates for this ever emerging technology.It offers clear guidance on planning and installing a solar thermal system, crucial to the successful uptake of this technology.All major topics for successful project implementation are included.Beginning with resource assessment and an outline of core components, it details solar thermal system design, installation, operation and maintenance for single households, large systems, swimming pool heaters, solar air and solar cooling applications.Details on how to market solar thermal technologies,