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HVAC Applications: Solar Energy Use
The sun radiates considerable energy onto the earth. Putting that relatively low-intensity (rarely over 300 Btu/h·ft2 [950 W/m2]) energy to work has lead to the creation of many types of devices to convert that energy into useful forms, mainly heat and electricity. How that energy is valued economically drives the ebb and flow of the global solar industry. This chapter discusses several different types of solar equipment and system designs for various HVAC applications, as well as methods to determine the solar resource.
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HVAC Systems & Equipment: Solar Equipment
Solar energy use is becoming more economical as the cost of energy continues to climb, especially with increasing government and utility incentives as well as growing interest in green and/or sustainable construction. In addition, many countries consider solar and renewable energy as a security measure to ensure the availability of power under adverse conditions. While the United States continues to grow its solar industry, China, Europe, Asia, and the Mediterranean basin are leading development of advanced manufacturing techniques and applications. However, equipment and systems are still very similar in all markets; therefore, this chapter primarily discusses the basic equipment used, with particular attention to collectors. More detailed descriptions of systems and designs can be found in Chapter 35 of the 2011 ASHRAE Handbook—HVAC Applications.
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