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Solar water heating systems are one of the most cost-effective, affordable and environmentally-friendly renewable energy solutions available for domestic and commercial applications. The process is simple and effective and entirely renewable – something which is good for both the environment, future generations and your wallet. How it works Solar water heating systems harness the suns solar energy and effectively convert this through the solar panels into hot water which can then be stored in a cylinder ready to be used when ever required. A well designed solar system can provide almost all of a home’s typical hot water demand in the summer months and up to 60% of the home’s annual demand. During winter months the solar will have to be topped up with a secondary heat source such as ground source heat pumps, wood burning boiler stove, gas, electric or oil boiler etc. Running costs Using renewable solar energy means that running costs compared with traditional fossil fuelled water heating systems can be reduced. More importantly, using free energy from the sun future-proofs the system against fossil fuels rising costs as they become ever more scarce. | ||
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