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Digest 532 Part 1 Renewable energy sources - how they work and what they deliver. Photovoltaics
Publication Year
2014
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Provides a basic understanding for novices, with little or no prior knowledge of solar photovoltaics, and for engineers and architects who wish to know more about the technical details of PV modules.
Document History
DG 532-1. Minor correction issued December 2014. This is one in a series of four related BRE Digests focusing on renewable energy technologies commonly used in domestic buildings. The other technologies covered include wood fuels, electrically driven heat pumps, and solar thermal systems.
Author
Holden, J. and Rajan, A.
ISBN
9781848063822
Publisher Information
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