Customer Review: The book has a lot of valuable content, but is definitely for the beginner. Most of the projects in the book recommend you purchase a "kit" and then walk you though an install. If you want simple ideas, this is great. If you are looking for more in depth information on solar or info on how to create... more info
Customer Review: I am always looking for new ways to save money in this money grabbing society and this book although not an alternative for everyone, gives ideas on savings and even some not so everyday ideas, (such as raising your own chickens) to help save. There are many more practical yet unconventional ideas... more info
Customer Review: This was supposed to a gift for my dad. I waited 6 weeks for my book then a week before Christmas they told me they lost it. They ruined Christmas.
Customer Review: This was bought as a gift for my boyfriend and he read the whole book and said it was very good, great detail and easy to understand language.
Customer Review: This book contains very little actionable information for people who want to begin installing a basic solar power system. If you've never heard of solar power, then this book will provide a bird's eye view of the concepts involved. However, if you want to learn the basics AND obtain enough... more info
Customer Review: I found technically useful information in this book, drainage, waterproofing, insulation, etc.... I just think that they could include design examples of other succesful earth sheltered houses, since they only include two the author has designed, which I think are not aesthetically succesful. I am... more info
Customer Review: This book has a lot of good info for technical types. Lots of formulas and theory. Also has maps showing heating and cooling days around the country (get a magnifying glass if you want to read them), pictures of various water-heating setups showing many pipes with little description, and the... more info
Customer Review: I ordered the book on line after viewing the selections in the category of solar heating. The book is clear and to the point and covers EVERYTHING I needed. Wish I had it 10 yrs ago. At least it confirmed that I was going in the right direction and my planning ahead will pay off when I use the... more info
Customer Review: This is a must have book for anyone wanting to read up on how to improve your environmental footprint. Good Source of information for both renewable energy and energy efficiency. The book is a easy read and I highly recommend this book as well as others that Dan Chiras has written. I love this... more info
Customer Review: This excellent work by the engineer William H. Kemp has made me to decide about installing my own small-wind turbine generator. In this book you will find the basics about renewable energy, without entering in much technical details, so as a good introductory book it is excellent. Living in a... more info
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