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The Passive Solar Energy Book: A Complete Guide to Passive Solar Home, Greenhouse and Building Design

by Edward Mazria

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Presents technical information on passive energy design and application, using illustrations and text, and includes 27 design patterns for use in designing a passive energy system.

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Genres: Nonfiction, Art & Design, General Nonfiction, Science & Nature
DDC/MDS: 696 — Applied science & technology Buildings Utilities
LCC: TJ810 .M32 — Technology Mechanical engineering and machinery Mechanical engineering and machinery Renewable energy sources

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Languages: English
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Published: 1979
Genres: Nonfiction, Art & Design, General Nonfiction, Science & Nature
DDC/MDS: 696
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