Reviewed
Editor’s note
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available as a downloadable PDF.
Developed by Montana State University Extension and the University of Wyoming
Adapted with permission
This guide is one in the Exploring Energy Efficiency and Alternatives (E3A): Solar Hot Water Applications for the Home, Farm or Ranch series. This one is a worksheet to aid you in determining the appropriate size of solar water heating system for your home.
Topics
- Average daily solar energy (radiation)
- Btu per square feet per day (Btu/ft2/day)
- Collector category
- Collector quantity
- Collector type
- Daily hot water use
- Energy needed to heat your water
- Sky type
- Solar Rating and Certification Corporation (SRCC) tested and rated collectors
Pages
- 4