Microhydro: Clean Power from Water

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Microhydro: Clean Power from Water
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Scott Davis
Illustrated by Corrie Laschuk
SeriesMother Earth News Wiser Living Series
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:176
Dimensions(mm): Height 229,Width 191
Category/GenreThe environment
Alternative and renewable energy sources and technology
ISBN/Barcode 9780865714847
ClassificationsDewey:333.794
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher New Society Publishers
Imprint New Society Publishers
Publication Date 24 January 2004
Publication Country United States

Description

Hydroelectricity is the world's largest -- and cleanest -- source of renewable energy. But despite lively interest in renewables generally, there is an information vacuum about the smallest version of the technology dubbed 'the simplest, most reliable and least expensive way to generate power off grid'. Highly illustrated and practical, Microhydro is the first complete book on the topic in a decade. Covering both AC and DC systems, it covers principles, design and site considerations, equipment options, and legal, environmental, and economic factors.

Author Biography

Scott Davis has decades of experience operating, installing, designing, selling, and teaching about microhydro technology. An award-winner in the field, he currently works as a system designer and retailer with an alternative energy company for whom he has authored an on-line microhydro course.