Solar heating market survey of major home builders
Book
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OSTI ID:5537626
A market survey among major home builders (single and multi-family units) is described. Of 268 builders surveyed, the response rate was 44%; builders contacted were limited to those building > 75 units/year. It is concluded that (in 1978) major home-builders are not yet sold on solar energy primarily because of a belief that solar systems are largely inadequate and expensive. Average cost per square foot of solar collector area was $34. Small home builders (< 75 units/year) accounted for 65% of solar collector installations. Geographically, the solar market is reported to be concentrated in areas where solar equipment manufacturing activity is greatest (Southeast, Southwest, and North Central areas). Dramatic increases in the solar market are predicted for the future. (MJJ)
- OSTI ID:
- 5537626
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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