Solar-Powered Livestock Watering Systems

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Because of falling prices, long life, and low maintenance requirements, solar is rapidly becoming the first choice for pumping water in remote locations. This publication gives an introduction to solar-powered livestock-watering systems, including discussions of cost, components, and terminology, as well as some suggestions for designing and installing these systems. The strengths and weaknesses of solar pumping are compared to the main options for pumping in remote locations: mechanical windmills, wind turbines, and portable generators powered by gas, propane, or diesel fuel. Design considerations for freeze protection in water-pumping systems are also discussed. Descriptions of four successful projects and a brief resource list are included.

NOTE: This is not a full-length book. Rather, it is a technical paper produced by the National Center for Appropriate Technology’s ATTRA project, which provides high-value information and technical assistance to farmers, ranchers, Extension agents, educators, and others involved in sustainable agriculture in the United States. For more information, visit www.attra.ncat.org.

Language: English

Pages: 23

Format: Kindle Edition

Publisher: National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT)

Release: December 12, 2012

Solar-Powered Livestock Watering Systems

Mike Morris

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Language: English

Pages: 23

Format: Kindle Edition

Publisher: National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT)

Release: December 12, 2012

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