Power Generation - 11/15/2004 - House Systems Electrical
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NAHB Research Center Teams With NYS Builders To Install PV Systems Through funding made possible by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority's (NYSERDA) New York Energy $mart program, the NAHB Research Center is working with residential builders across New York State to demonstrate the advantages of New York ENERGY STAR® labeled homes and photovoltaic (solar electric) systems.
Photovoltaics: Basic Design Principles and Components A Fact Sheet from the Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Clearinghouse (EREC). This publication will introduce you to the basic design principles and components of photovoltaic (PV) systems. It will also help you discuss these systems knowledgeably with an equipment supplier or system installer.
Photovoltaics: Basic Design Principles and Components - pdf 233 kb A Fact Sheet from the Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Clearinghouse (EREC). This publication will introduce you to the basic design principles and components of photovoltaic (PV) systems. Includes photos and diagrams.
Institutional Factors Affecting Commercialization of Fuel Cells - pdf 328 kb (DOWNLOAD TIME about 1 minute with a 56K modem) This report seeks to gain an understanding of the institutional and policy issues that provide barriers or opportunities for the commercialization of DG in general and fuel cells in particular in buildings. An initial review of the economics and regulatory evolution of stationary generation of electric power in the United States explains the origin of some of the barriers and opportunities that confront the commercialization of DG.
Building Integrated Photovoltaic Project - pdf 953 kb (DOWNLOAD TIME about 4 minutes with a 56K modem.) A PV-Metal Roofing Photovoltaic (PV) system was installed in an NAHB Research Center 21st Century Townhouse. This report covers: system installation, balancing of system components, monitoring of PV system performance and survey of visitors' attitudes.
Building-Integrated Photovoltaics Roofing Product Integration - pdf 870 kb (DOWNLOAD TIME 4-5 minutes with a 56K modem.) This report describes result of market research performed during development of PV roofing to determine the requirements of all stakeholders and decision makers in the supply chain from manufacturers through home buyers.
Photovoltaics: A Background Paper for Home Builders, Remodelers and Editors - pdf 852 kb (DOWNLOAD TIME about 4 minutes with a 56K modem) A 10-page summary that describes solar PV technology and how steel roofing with a PV coating was installed on an NAHB Research Center Townhouse in 1996. A useful introductory document for those who want to know how it works.
Flywheel Energy Storage On the horizon PATH Technology offering benefits of: Energy Efficiency.
Fuel Cell Electrical Generation Emerging PATH Technology offering benefits of: Energy Efficiency and Environmental Performance.
Photovoltaic (PV) Roofing Emerging PATH Technology offering benefits of: Energy Efficiency. Currently incorporated in a PATH Field Evaluation or Demonstration.
Twenty-first Century Townhouses: Video This video provides a good overview of the construction and finish of the 21st Century Townhouses built in the NAHB National Research Home Park. Also shown is installation of the photovoltaic (solar cell) roof.
Technical Factors Affecting Commercialization of Fuel Cells - pdf 194 kb (DOWNLOAD TIME about 27 seconds with a 56K modem) The purpose of this report is to identify the technical and building code issues and electric system interconnection choices related to the use of fuel cells in residential building.
Review of Residential Electrical Energy Use Data - pdf 488 kb (DOWNLOAD TIME about 1 minute 8 seconds with a 56K modem) This report summarizes electrical energy use data for single-family detached homes available from public and private sources.
Institutional Factors Affecting Commercialization of Fuel Cells: Summary of Report Distributed generation (DG) involves the placement and use of small, modular electric generation, either integrated or stand-alone, close to the point of consumption. Fuel cells are poised to become an important component of DG in stationary applications involving commercial and residential buildings.
Technical Factors Affecting Commercialization of Fuel Cells: Summary of Report The purpose of this report is to identify the technical and building code issues and electric system interconnection choices related to the use of fuel cells in residential buildings. This technical assessment, as a basis for a full residential field evaluation of fuel cell technology, provides background information in the areas of: Building codes and standards, Home utility supply connections, and Options for connection of primary or ancillary electrical supply sources to residential buildings.
Review of Residential Electrical Energy Use Data: Summary of Report This report summarizes electrical energy use data for single-family detached homes available from public and private sources. Data sources summarized in this report include: National annual data from the Residential Energy Consumption Survey (RECS) published by the Energy Information Administration (EIA Monthly data from two builders, Hourly profiles from three utility companies, and Detailed energy use data from field measurements.
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SDRG - Division 13 - Special Construction Abstract: Click on a category below for a list of companies in the Rocky Mountain Region that offer these services: Alternative Energy Companies Solar General Solar Thermal Systems Photovoltaic Systems Wind Energy Systems... www.aiacolorado.org
currents newsletter 6 - 5/99 Abstract: San Francisco to Join Green Building Revolution? by Peter Asmus S an Francisco could soon join company with the City of San Diego as pioneering local governments that have adopted a “green building” ordinance requiring its municipal structures to use less energy and water, fewer toxic... www.lgc.org
WBDG | Solar Water Heating Abstract: Submit Design Guidance Building Types Space Types Design Objectives Products & Systems Solar Water Heating by Andy Walker National Renewable Energy Laboratory Printable version Email this article View resource pages linked to this topic Submit INTRODUCTION Water heating accounts for... www.wbdg.org
WBDG | Solar Water Heating Abstract: This project is a survey of twelve “off-grid” households across Canada. The objective is to document off-grid energy use and lifestyle patterns to determine if there are lessons or examples of energy conservation that apply to conventional grid-connected houses. The houses in the study operate... www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca
This video provides a good overview of the construction and finish of the 21st Century Townhouses built in the NAHB National Research Home Park. Also shown is installation of the photovoltaic (solar cell) roof. 