Solar energy commercialization at the state level: the Florida Solar Energy Water Heater Program

Technical Report · Tue Mar 01 04:00:00 EST 1977

OSTI ID:6723351

Johnson, M; Tiedemann, T F

Results are presented on a detailed study of current problems associated with the introduction and commercialization of solar techniques, particularly solar domestic water heating. The Executive Summary contains: an introduction to the solar energy problem; objectives of the study; and conclusions and recommendations derived from research into present state legislative programs, with emphasis on actions recommended to states which will accelerate commercialization and use of solar energy. Proposed or enacted solar legislation at the state level is critiqued in terms of its effectiveness in removing economic, legal and technical barriers to early commercialization and use of solar energy. The following are examined: economic incentives, solar aesthetics, regulatory measures (standards), education and information programs, demonstrations, and legal aspects of solar energy legislation and use. Proposed solar energy standards and programs are presented which are consistent with a suggested comprehensive solar energy commercialization plan for state and local governments. Programs relating to commercialization of solar water heating are presented in detail. Included in appendices are: detailed instructions for constructing a model solar hot water heater; climatological data; a protective covenant recommended as a guide for the protection of homeowners from inharmonious land use; and a review of the status of solar energy research by Florida's public utilities. (MHR)

• Research Organization: Florida Solar Energy Center, Cape Canaveral (USA)
• OSTI ID: 6723351
• Report Number(s): TID-28483
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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