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Showering In The Sun, Florida Solar Energy Center, James Haggard
Showering In The Sun, Florida Solar Energy Center, James Haggard
FSEC Energy Research Center®
For thousands of years, man has used energy from the sun to heat water. Today, the typical way of obtaining hot water for a shower is through a residential or commercial thermal system installed on a building. This type of shower is too big and heavy to use outdoors, although camping facilities and parks may have such systems for their patrons. Original outdoor showers that were developed for use in remote locations were bulky and not particularly portable. Today's solar shower is designed to be practical for camping, recreational and marine use. New products are made of plastic for lighter …
Disasters: Photovoltaics For Special Needs, Florida Solar Energy Center, William Young
Disasters: Photovoltaics For Special Needs, Florida Solar Energy Center, William Young
FSEC Energy Research Center®
The National Hurricane Center tracks the path of a hurricane to determine where it will make landfall. People in harm's way are informed of its approach and the need to evaluate options to prevent injury and protect lives. One of the many groups of people at high risk is those with special needs. They have health conditions that require special care. Before a disaster, these individuals live in hospitals, care facilities and homes. During and following a disaster, many would be moved, along with their supplies, equipment and a caretaker, to a special needs shelter. Others would stay with relatives …