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 In-depth, practical details on geothermal HVAC systemsThis definitive guide covers commercial and residential geothermal heating, ventilation, and air conditioning technologies and explains how to take advantage of their money- and energy-saving features. Geothermal HVAC: Green Heating and Cooling reviews the array of choices currently available, offers market values for systems based on varying options and conditions, and describes how to pair the best systems for each application and budget. Whether you're a contractor or a consumer, you'll find out what you need to know to implement a geothermal HVAC system in a retrofit or new construction project, and start benefiting from this sustainable, affordable technology. 
Find out how to:
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<li>Learn the basic types of heat transfer--convection, conduction, and radiation</li>
<li>Understand how geothermal earth-coupled heat pumps work</li>
<li>Determine which ground loops to use for earth coupling to best meet the demands of the site</li>
<li>Use load sharing to channel the heat differential of one device into useful energy for another</li>
<li>Calculate system efficiencies and heat gain and loss</li>
<li>Understand geothermal project proposals and system pricing</li>
<li>Benefit from incentives, tax credits, and rebates for geothermal HVAC systems</li>
<li>Calculate your long-term return on investment</li>
<li>Verify that your installed system is working as intended</li>
<li>Troubleshoot your system and avoid common problems</li>
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Geothermal HVAC

Arts & Photography

Egg, Jay

Howard, Brian Clark

Architecture

McGraw=Hill

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO BUILDING A SMALL WIND POWER SYSTEM FROM THE GROUND UP
Written by renewable energy experts, this hands-on resource provides the technical information and easy-to-follow instructions you need to harness the wind and generate clean, safe, and reliable energy for on-site use.
Build Your Own Small Wind Power System shows you how to install a grid-connected or off-grid residential-scale setup. Get tips for evaluating your site for wind power potential, obtaining permits, financing your project, selecting components, and assembling and maintaining your system. Pictures, diagrams, charts, and graphs illustrate each step along the way. You'll also find out how you can help promote wind-friendly public policies locally. Save money and reduce your carbon footprint with help from this practical guide.
COVERAGE INCLUDES:
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<li>Challenges and impacts of small wind energy</li>
<li>Electricity, energy, and wind science</li>
<li>Determining if wind power is right for you</li>
<li>Site assessment</li>
<li>Financing small wind power</li>
<li>Permits and zoning</li>
<li>Wind turbine fundamentals</li>
<li>Choosing the right wind turbine for the job</li>
<li>Balance of system: batteries, inverters, and controllers</li>
<li>Installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting</li>
<li>Future developments in wind power</li>
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Build Your Own Small Wind Power System

Computers & Technology

Shea, Kevin

Networking & Cloud Computing

McGraw Hill TAB

Based off the popular website of the same name, Rock Your Ugly Christmas Sweater celebrates ugly Christmas sweaters year-round and showcases hilarious photos of people and pets wearing some of the ugliest holiday sweaters ever. More colorful than visions of sugarplums and jollier than a sleigh full of inebriated elves, ugly Christmas sweaters are a global holiday tradition celebrated by all ages and walks of life. With more than 200 photos, humorous captions, and chapters like Vintage Sweater Fun, Classic Sweaters from the '80s and '90s, Winter Wonderland, and Best of the Best, this book is here to help you spread the holiday cheer and maybe get some new ideas for this year's ugly Christmas sweater party -- horrid fringe, creepy elves, gaudy snowmen, and light-up reindeer are just the beginning!

Rock Your Ugly Christmas Sweater

Humor & Entertainment

Blackman, Anne Marie

Humor

Running Press Adult

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