New third edition of the bestselling manual from the German Solar Energy Society (DGS), showing you the essential steps to plan and install a solar photovoltaic system. With a global focus, it has been updated to include sections on new technology and concepts, new legislation and the current PV market. Updates cover: new developments in inverter and module technology market situation worldwide and outlook integration to the grid (voltage stabilization, frequency, remote control) new legal requirements for installation and planning operational costs for dismantling and recycling feed-in management new requirements for fire protection new requirements in Europe for electric waste (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, WEEE) and the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances (RoHS). Also providing information on current developments in system design, economic analysis, operation and maintenance of PV systems, as well as new software tools, hybrid and tracking systems. An essential manual for installers, engineers and architects, it details every subject necessary for successful project implementation, from the technical design to the legal and marketing issues of PV installation.
| ISBN: | 9781849713436 |
| Publication date: | 7th June 2013 |
| Author: | Deutsche Gesellschaft für Sonnenenergie (DGS) |
| Publisher: | Earthscan Ltd an imprint of Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 524 pages |
| Series: | Planning and Installing |
| Genres: |
Environmental science, engineering and technology Energy Alternative and renewable energy sources and technology Building construction and materials Architecture The environment |