Includes index

Introduction -- A look into the future -- Solar electricity. The solar-powered home ; Assembling a solar electric system ; Mounting solar panels ; Stand alone solar light system ; Solar-powered security light -- Solar heat. Collecting the heat of the sun ; Solar oven ; Solar water heaters ; Solar hot air collector-window mount ; Hot air collector-roof mount ; Solar still -- Appendix

"With clear instructions, tips, and step-by-step color photos for each project, this book takes the intimidation out of DIY solar builds. For those with more ambitious solar power plans, this updated edition contains information on outfitting your home with solar electricity collection systems and integrating them into your primary power supply system. Excitement about home solar energy is exploding, and DIY Solar Projects for Beginners sheds light on how you can get involved immediately. This book also offers an extensive resource guide with links to tax-reducing, subsidy, and support programs on both a national and state-by-state level. With high energy costs and an environment that demands cleaner fuel sources, now is the time to introduce new, cost-saving solar projects into your home." --