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Books
and stuff Passive Solar Design of Buildings [DVD] The sun's energy is free. If we could efficiently collect, store, distribute and control this energy, much of the heating and cooling costs in our homes would be reduced. The design of a passive solar home utilises the sun's energy to provide free winter heating and reduced heat absorption in summer. Passive solar means that the sun's energy can be used to heat and cool a house without the need for pumps and fans to keep us warm or cool. In effect, in your own home you never have to say that you are "freezing" or "roasting". What's more, a climate sensible home saves you money, saves the environment and reduces the production of carbon dioxide and other gases which contribute to the greenhouse effect. The message of Passive Solar Design of Buildings is simple "We can reduce our consumption of fossil fuels, the production of greenhouse gases and the depletion of our precious resources. We can make a difference". Through computer animations, interviews and actual footage of passive solar houses, the principles of energy efficient building design are thoroughly discussed and illustrated. Produced and written for secondary school children and tertiary students, the video is also relevant to the general public, libraries, local government bodies, architects and town planners, and builders throughout Australia and New Zealand. Specific educational objectives are linked to the Student Outcome Statements which are stated in the Teacher Resource Notes, available free to schools. Ross
Mars. ISBN -9587626-4-3.
RAPS - Remote Area Power Supply. [DVD]
Australians and New Zealanders are well placed to exploit free renewable sources of energy because of the abundance of solar and wind energy, and for some, abundant running water. Using renewable energy sources will reduce pollution and help to conserve our limited resources. A successful implementation of a RAPS system depends on developing a system design that meets both your energy requirements and lifestyle. In addition, the cost of installing RAPS may be far less than a connection to a grid supply that may be kilometres away. All of this ultimately results in a healthier world and healthier people. The components of RAPS systems are usually grouped into three catergories, each are discussed in turn. Energy
Production- photovoltiac modules, wind generators, micro-hydro,
hybrid systems. Produced and written for secondary school children and tertiary students, the video is also relevant to the general public, libraries, local government bodies, architects and town planners, and builders throughout Australia and New Zealand. Specific educational objectives are linked to the Student Outcome Statements which are stated in the Teacher Resource Notes, available free to schools. Ross
Mars. ISBN -9587626-4-3. From the makers of Passive Design of Buildings with the same high quality and presentation. AUS $ 20 + $ 4.95 P&H (total $ 24.95)
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