As witnessed by the amount of discussion after the lecture, the program has inspired the designers and builders in attendance to incorporate solar features in their projects. A primer in solar water heating for domestic use, heating of buildings, pools and spas including types of systems available, costs and savings, and guidelines in selecting a system and a provider. Inc. A variety of solar applications including cooking, water distillation, ice making, dryers, etc. Concepts, strategies, technology integration and lifestyle approaches to site planning, building design, construction and use. Bob Larson A step by step process showing people how to integrate the information presented into an action plan for their existing environments and buildings.
Solar design uses natural conditions, common materials, new technology to satisfy comfort needs.
All this means less cost and less environmental degradation for the Arizona consumer. The growing interest in solar and renewable energy has also been spurred by the enactment of a state solar tax credit. The Sonoran Solar Lecture Series is a part of the Green Building Program's goal to promote environmentally responsible and low impact building in our Sonoran Desert. The City is subject to the same requirements. USTs that were too small to justify the expense of the upgrades were removed from the ground and replaced by latest technology above ground tanks.