History of Solar Thermal in the United States - Self Study

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Author: Bob Ramlow

Subjects: Solar: Solar Thermal

Length: 1 module

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Nobody has been more influential and involved in the evolution of residential solar thermal over the past 25 years than Bob Ramlow. He's the author of the definitive text on design and installation of residential systems, and he's a great story teller, too.

This is a fun 40-minute lecture that provides historical context for where solar hot water is today. Bob also shares some insights about which types of customers are the best fit for solar hot water, and some resources to learn more.

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Bob Ramlow

Bob is an ISPQ Emeritus Master Trainer with more than 30 years experience designing and installing solar systems and has been a driving force in the growth of solar thermal use. Bob is co-owner of Artha Sustainable Living Center LLC and the author of 'Solar Water Heating', A Comprehensive Guide to Solar Water and Space Heating Systems, the first book of it's kind...[more]

Course Outline

History of Solar Thermal in the United States

This is a fun 40-minute lecture that provides historical context for where solar hot water is today. Bob also shares some insights about which types of customers are the best fit for solar hot water, and some resources to learn more.

  • Introduction to Solar Thermal Markets (41:12) (Video)
  • Solar Rating & Certification Corporation (Resource)

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