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by Scott Davis (Author), Corrie Laschuk (Illustrator)
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Hydroelectricity is the world's largest -- and cleanest -- source of renewable -energy. But despite lively interest in renewables generally, there is an information vacuum about the smallest version of the technology dubbed "the simplest, most reliable and least expensive way to generate power off grid."

Highly illustrated and practical, Microhydro is the first complete book on the topic in a decade. Covering both AC and DC systems, it covers principles, design and site considerations, equipment options, and legal, environmental, and economic factors.

Scott Davis has decades of experience operating, installing, designing, selling, and teaching about microhydro technology. An award-winner in the field, he currently works as a system designer and retailer with an alternative energy company for whom he has authored an on-line microhydro course.



About the Author
Scott Davis has decades of experience operating, installing, designing, selling, and teaching about microhydro technology. An award-winner in the field, he currently works as a system designer and retailer with an alternative energy company for whom he has authored an on-line microhydro course.

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  • Paperback: 176 pages
  • Publisher: New Society Publishers (July 1, 2003)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0865714843
  • ISBN-13: 978-0865714847
  • Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 7.4 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #26,675 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2.0 out of 5 stars microhydro - Clean Power from Water, January 26, 2008
By Sam C. (Hillsboro, WV USA) - See all my reviews
Not the best book I've read about Microhydro. I read one published in the 70's and it did a much better job explaining how electricity works and the problems associated with making power from water. Through out microhydro he make references to other parts of the book, it was kind of like teasers when you are watching bad tv, "in just a moment we'll find out what's in Al Capone's secret vault". It was like he didn't have enough to say so he kept stretching it out and repeating things he already said. He also kept talking about the case studies at the end of the book. They were not too informative. All and all I just wanted to let people know I was disappointed. This was supposed to be The Book on microhydro and it just didn't measure up . I more recently read a catch all book for wind, water and solar energy and it did a great job. I would recommend "[[ASIN: Power with Nature Second Edition: Alternative Energy Solutions for Homeowners Updated]]"
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5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book, March 7, 2006
By Charlie H. (Boone, NC USA) - See all my reviews
Scott Davis does a wonderful job at explaining every aspect of microhydro. I highly recommend this for teaching or personal use if you are interested in building your own system.
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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Micro-Hydro, June 26, 2007
Very good practical overview of micro-hydro and alternative energy in general for residential users. Basic primer that anyone who is considering installing such a system should read.

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2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointed
This really is not the best book on microhydro. An earlier review by Sam C. sums it up nicely. Thoughout the book, the author keeps referring to the case studies, but they're at... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Marcus

5.0 out of 5 stars Best I have read to date :-)
This is the single best piece of work I have read on this topic. The book is a perfect balance of technical information and enough real-world examples to keep from putting you to... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Bruce W. Jones

1.0 out of 5 stars Showcase of Microhydro instalations
This book is a colection of small to tiny hidropower instalations mainly in Canada and gives general details about how the power is generated for isolated houses or cabins... Read more
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After reading this book, I must say that energy from water is outstanding compared to other alternative sources. Read more
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