Planning and Installing Photovoltaic Systems: A Guide for Installers, Architects and Engineers

* Adapted from the successful German edition, which has sold over 2,000 copies
* Offers comprehensive guidance for professionals who wish to install photovoltaic technology; in full color throughout!
* Includes checklists for project managers, a review of relevant simulation tools plus data on selected regional, national, and international renewable energy support programs

Growth in photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing worldwide continues to increase. In parallel, appropriate standards and certification schemes are being developed. During this transition period, clear guidance is crucial for integrating this technology into working practices of professionals in the building sector. This book offers such guidance, detailing every subject necessary for successful project implementation, from the technical design to the legal and market issues of PV installation. Beginning with resource assessment and an outline of the core components, this guide comprehensively covers system design, economic analysis, installation, operation, and maintenance of PV systems. Translated and adapted by Ecofys, an international consultancy, specializing in sustainable energy and energy efficiency, and developed with funding from the ECs Altener program.