To Catch the Sun

by Lonny Grafman, Joshua M Pearce, PennElys Droz (Foreword)

This book is for anyone looking to build solar projects and knowledge:


☼ Students and teachers. Especially high school and undergraduate university levels in science, math, engineering, environmental and social justice, and technical fields.
☼ Community organizers and builders looking to build solar projects.
☼ Entrepreneurs and inventors looking to build solar products.
☼ Families looking to learn together!


Learn how to build photovoltaic systems for a:


☼ A small home in a financially rich country
☼ A few homes in a financially poor country
☼ School rooms and community spaces
☼ Isolated loads like electric gates, pumps, and telecommunications equipment
☼ A tiny home or #vanlife
☼ Glamping and backpacking equipment
☼ Emergency supply, e.g., powering an oxygen machine during a power outage
☼ Zombie-apocalypse equipment
☼ Laptop and cellphone chargers
☼ Solar entrepreneurship devices

Thanks to a successful crowdfunding campaign, and a special arrangement with the publisher, Humboldt State Press, all of the net proceeds from sales will go back into the book and to the Appropedia Foundation. In addition, the content is licensed open source, as Creative Commons, so you can share it however you like!

Genres: Solarpunk

206 pages, Paperback

Published October 26, 2021

Reviews

[Ranjan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Everything you need to know about solar energy and PV cells to get started,
best of all this book is given free over the internet ( also please buy the book and support them if you can) and many people in underdeveloped countries can and will change their lives by taking the help of the book.

This inspires me to spend on Solar array to my home in the next upgrade instead of an indoor fountain

[Bilal Jaskani · Rating 3 out of 5]

"To Catch the Sun":**
1. Key Points:
Personal Journey:
Relationship Dynamics:
Themes of Resilience and Perseverance:
Quest for Fulfillment:

Reasons for Writing:
- **Exploration of Human Experience:** The book aims to explore universal themes of human experience, such as love, loss, and personal growth, in a relatable and engaging manner.

- **Inspiration:** It seeks to inspire readers to pursue their own passions and dreams, despite the challenges they may face along the way.

Conclusion:
"To Catch the Sun" concludes with the protagonist achieving a sense of fulfillment and self-acceptance, having overcome their challenges and embraced their true identity.

Genre:
"To Catch the Sun" is a contemporary fiction novel, blending elements of drama, romance, and coming-of-age themes.

Benefits for Readers:
Emotional Connection:
Readers form emotional connections with the characters and their experiences, deepening their understanding of human relationships and emotions.

- **Motivation:** The book motivates readers to pursue their own passions and dreams, despite the obstacles they may encounter.

Personal Growth:** Through the protagonist's journey, readers are encouraged to engage in self-reflection and personal growth, ultimately leading to greater fulfillment and happiness in their own lives.

[Lena · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great place to start your solar journey. Different types of panels and set ups are discussed as well as the underlying electrical issues.