Page 18 - Green Builder Homeowner's Handbook 2016
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Ridge Mounted Solar 2 Solar Windows.
Hot Water System. 1 Every south-facing window in
This system uses heat the home contains an integral
from the roof to boost photovoltaic mesh that
hot water heating at the generates electricity.
ridge. It also clears the
way for roof-mounted 3
PV panels below.
4
Solar-Powered Mini Solar Porch Overhangs.
Split Heat Pump. Translucent, power-generating
Mini split units consist
of an outdoor heat panels are incorporated
exchanger and
compressor, as well as into roof overhangs.
an indoor blower. They
use outdoor air to heat
and cool the home and
are powered by the sun.
