The original "Photovoltaics How-To Handbook," acclaimed as "the Best of the Books," is now revised, expanded and updated for our New Age of Photovoltaics. Condensing years of hands-on and industry experience, PV pioneers Joel Davidson and Fran Orner tell you everything you need to know to go solar.Chapters 1 through 8 explain the basics of PV, discuss the policies and regulations that affect your system, and guide you in your decision-making.Chapters 9 through 15 examine the components of a PV systemahow they work and how to select them.Chapters 16 through 19 offer instructions on how to size, site, install and maintain a code-compliant PV system.Chapter 20 offers a glimpse into the future of PV.The third edition of this how-to classic provides the facts, guidelines, tips and toolsaworksheets, formulas, diagrams, online. Whether you do-ti-yourself or hire professionals. Grid-connect or off-grid. Wherever you liveasunbelt, snowbelt or in-between.