Solar Power in Building Design: The Engineer’s Complete Design Resource
by: Peter Gevorkian
Abstract: Efficient Solar Power systems. This well-illustrated guide offers step-by-step instructions for designing, implementing, and auditing cost-effective solar power systems in any type of building project.
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Table of Contents
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- B. SOLAR POWER IN BUILDING DESIGN
- C. FOREWORD
- D. INTRODUCTION
- E. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
- F. DISCLAIMER NOTE
- 1. SOLAR POWER SYSTEM PHYSICS
- 2. SOLAR POWER TECHNOLOGIES
- 3. SOLAR POWER SYSTEM DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS
- 4. INTRODUCTION TO SOLAR POWER SYSTEM DESIGN
- 5. SOLAR POWER GENERATION PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION
- 6. ENERGY CONSERVATION
- 7. LEED—LEADERSHIP IN ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN
- 8. CALIFORNIA SOLAR INITIATIVE PROGRAM
- 9. ECONOMICS OF SOLAR POWER SYSTEMS
- C. PASSIVE SOLAR HEATING TECHNOLOGIES
- A. UNIT CONVERSION AND DESIGN REFERENCE TABLES
- B. PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM SUPPORT HARDWARE AND PHOTO GALLERY
- C. CALIFORNIA ENERGY COMMISSION CERTIFIED EQUIPMENT
- D. HISTORICAL TIME LINE OF SOLAR ENERGY
- E. LIST OF SUSTAINABLE ENERGY EQUIPMENT SUPPLIERS AND CONSULTANTS
- F. GLOSSARY OF RENEWABLE ENERGY POWER SYSTEMS
- G. Meteorological Terms
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A.
- B. SOLAR POWER IN BUILDING DESIGN
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C.
FOREWORD
- D. INTRODUCTION
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E.
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
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F.
DISCLAIMER NOTE
- 1. SOLAR POWER SYSTEM PHYSICS
- 2. SOLAR POWER TECHNOLOGIES
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3.
SOLAR POWER SYSTEM DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS
- Introduction
- Solar Power System Components and Materials
- Solar Power System Configuration and Classifications
- Storage Battery Technologies
- Solar Power System Wiring
- Entrance Service Considerations for Grid-Connected Solar Power Systems
- Lightning Protection
- Central Monitoring and Logging System Requirements
- Ground-Mount Photovoltaic Module Installation and Support Hardware
- Roof-Mount Installations
- Electric Shock Hazard and Safety Considerations
- Maintenance
- Photovoltaic Design Guidelines
- 4. INTRODUCTION TO SOLAR POWER SYSTEM DESIGN
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5.
SOLAR POWER GENERATION PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION
- Introduction
- Designing a Typical Residential Solar Power System
- Example of Typical Solar Power System Design and Installation Plans for a Single Residential Unit
- Commercial Applications
- Small-Scale Solar Power Pumping Systems
- Large-Capacity Solar Power Pumping Systems
- Pump Operation Characteristics
- Semitropic Open Field Single-Axis Tracking System PV Array—Technical Specifications
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6.
ENERGY CONSERVATION
- Introduction
- General Energy-Saving Measures
- Power Factor Correction
- A Few Words about Power Generation and Distribution Efficiency
- Computerized Lighting Control
- California Title 24 Electric Energy Compliance
- Indoor Lighting Compliance
- Outdoor Lighting and Signs
- Performance—Occupancy and Daylight Sensors
- Web-Based Display Monitoring System
- Solar Power Facts
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7.
LEED—LEADERSHIP IN ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN
- Energy Use and the Environment
- State of California Green Building Action Plan
- LEED
- Los Angeles Audubon Nature Center—A LEED-Certified Platinum Project
- TriCom Office Building
- Warehouse, Rochester, New York
- Water and Life Museum, Hemet, California
- Hearst Tower
- Statement by Cal/EPA Secretary Regarding Assembly Bill 32
- Conclusion
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CALIFORNIA SOLAR INITIATIVE PROGRAM
- CSI Fund Distribution
- CSI Power Generation Targets
- Incentive Payment Structure
- Expected Performance-Based Buydown (EPBB)
- Performance-Based Incentive (PBI)
- Host Customer
- Solar Power Contractors and Equipment Sellers
- PV System Sizing Requirement
- Energy Efficiency Audit
- Warranty and Performance Permanency Requirements
- Insurance
- Grid Interconnection and Metering Requirements
- Inspection
- CSI Incentive Limitations
- CSI Reservation Steps
- Incentive Payments
- An Example of the Procedure for Calculating the California Solar Incentive Rebate
- Equipment Distributors
- Special Funding for Affordable Housing Projects
- Special Funding for Public and Charter Schools
- Principal Types of Municipal Lease
- Electric Energy Cost Increase
- California Assembly Bill 32
- Example of Energy Cost Increase in Solar Power Financial Analysis
- 9. ECONOMICS OF SOLAR POWER SYSTEMS
- C. PASSIVE SOLAR HEATING TECHNOLOGIES
- A. UNIT CONVERSION AND DESIGN REFERENCE TABLES
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B.
PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM SUPPORT HARDWARE AND PHOTO GALLERY
- C. CALIFORNIA ENERGY COMMISSION CERTIFIED EQUIPMENT
- D. HISTORICAL TIME LINE OF SOLAR ENERGY
- E. LIST OF SUSTAINABLE ENERGY EQUIPMENT SUPPLIERS AND CONSULTANTS
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F.
GLOSSARY OF RENEWABLE ENERGY POWER SYSTEMS
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G.
Meteorological Terms
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Title: Solar Power in Building Design: The Engineer’s Complete Design Resource
ISBN: 9780071485630
Authors:
Peter Gevorkian is the author of this McGraw-Hill Professional publication.
Description: Efficient Solar Power systems. This well-illustrated guide offers step-by-step instructions for designing, implementing, and auditing cost-effective solar power systems in any type of building project.
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