--- product_id: 7986463 title: "Solar Electricity Basics: A Green Energy Guide" brand: "dan chiras" price: "S/.148" currency: PEN in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.pe/products/7986463-solar-electricity-basics-a-green-energy-guide store_origin: PE region: Peru --- # Solar Electricity Basics: A Green Energy Guide **Brand:** dan chiras **Price:** S/.148 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Solar Electricity Basics: A Green Energy Guide by dan chiras - **How much does it cost?** S/.148 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pe](https://www.desertcart.pe/products/7986463-solar-electricity-basics-a-green-energy-guide) ## Best For - dan chiras enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted dan chiras brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![Solar Electricity Basics: A Green Energy Guide - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51IluG6gUzL.jpg) ![Solar Electricity Basics: A Green Energy Guide - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31gpK2QI94L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Overview of PV Basics *by W***R on Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2016* This is a little gem of a book for those with little, if any, knowledge of PV systems. I'd subscribed to Home Power magazine for a few years back in the early 2000s, but things have come along way since then.Chiras creates just the right balance of information and hand-holding, all the while acknowledging that most folks are going to need the assistance of professional installers. My purpose in reading the book was to get a jumping off point for an outbuilding project for our rural property. I'm going to build a 30x40 building that will accommodate a vehicle, tractor, a small woodworking shop, and possibly a tiny office. My thought is to have the building off grid, instead of running power down from the house or another line from the coop's line at the road.As others have noted, there's little how-to information in the book, nor is there any real information about how to make intelligent choices regarding siting, equipment mix, or how to evaluate installers' expertise. That said, it's a solid introduction.My only quibble with the book is that he constantly references his previous book, "Power From The Sun," for those who want more information. While I'll buy and read it, it gets a bit tiresome reading, "For more information you may want to see my book, 'Power From The Sun.'" ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ MUST READ!!! *by W***I on Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2011* This is a very good book for anybody who is honestly interested in renewable energy. It gives one a thorough understanding of what is involved ($$$) to do a project like that. Or for less $$ some kind of hybrid solution. And I liked the cross reference to wind power (which is another book, by the same author - and I bought that, too) adding a third option to a cleaner environment. I don't want to sound too green but this book really answered some of my more advanced questions of effectively "catching some rays".I'm from the "ye olde country" up north. Back when I went through physics we had to calculate the energy output of the sun in an hour/ a day/ and a year, with paper and pencil (mind you?). That sure did impress me then and still impresses me now. Back then there were already some sunlight (energy) collection devices available -- for research facilities (including the military, of course); but not to Joe Sixpack.We, my wife and I, now live in/on a Caribbean island with plenty of sunshine and a steady easterly wind. The included charts and references make it rather easy to get to the specific parameters (of where one lives) -- and then go from there to design an appropriate system.With all the information gathered I now feel confident to design and install a system for my everyday needs.All in all: An easy to understand book I highly recommend, even to people who just want to know. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Green Energy *by R***A on Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2012* Like his book on wind energy, this is an excellent introduction to solar energy. The terms have been explained clearly, and simply.The chapter layout is excellent, and this makes it easy to keep going back to specific sections of the book whenever you want.The writing style is clear, simple and yet covers enough matter for the lay reader to lay back and feel satisfied. For the person who wants to go deeper, the ways in have been clearly indicated.I recommend this book --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pe/products/7986463-solar-electricity-basics-a-green-energy-guide](https://www.desertcart.pe/products/7986463-solar-electricity-basics-a-green-energy-guide) --- *Product available on Desertcart Peru* *Store origin: PE* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*