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Solar Heating is by far the most common and well-known system used for harnessing renewable energy. By harvesting energy from the sun, you are able to vastly reduce your water heating costs reduce your carbon consumption.

The 3 main parts of a solar thermal system include the panels used to collect the rays, a heat transfer system and hot water cylinder. Panels are fitted to your roof and collect heat from the sun. This is then transferred to a dedicated hot water cylinder where water is warmed and stored. The systems also include a backup heat source for colder months or when there is a lack of sunlight.

Solar Photovoltaic (PV) panels are used to generate electricity for the home. They work on collecting daylight, so do not require direct sunlight and can therefore also work on cloudy days. The system consists of solar panels, which collect light within silicon cells and convert this to electricity. This is then fed and collected within your household electricity system.

Solar PV offers a wealth of advantages, enabling you to save on your energy bills, and with the Government’s Feed-In Tariff, could allow you to be paid for energy you generate. In addition, any energy not used can be fed back into the Grid, allowing you to be generate additional income.