Solar heating is one of the latest
innovations in the field of water heating solutions. This technology makes use
of the heat emitted from the sun to heat water which is stored in a hot water
cylinder. The solar panels which are used for solar heating are known as collectors
and are fitted to your roof. The factors which should be kept in mind before
installing these solar panels in your house are whether your house receives
enough sunlight, whether your house has enough space to store a hot water
cylinder and also whether the boiler that you are currently using is compatible
for the solar water heating.
Advantages of
Solar Heating
Solar water heating is considered to be an extremely
effective way of heating water. This water heating technology
boasts of various advantages, some of which are mentioned below:
Availability of
Hot Water
The most amazing advantage about solar water heating
is that you can get hot water throughout the year. During the winter season,
the water will have to be heated further using an immersion heater.
Reduction in
Electricity Bills
Solar water heating is considered to be an excellent
way to cut down on your electricity bills because in this technology, water is
heated from the light emitted from the sun and sunlight is something that is
available free of cost.
Beneficial for
the Environment
Another major advantage of solar water heating is that
is extremely beneficial for the environment as the energy which is produced
from this system is completely free of harmful emissions, such as, carbon
dioxide.
Cost Effective
This is an extremely cheap and cost effective way to
heat water compared to other water heating systems.
Combination with
Existing Heating Systems
Another great benefit of the solar water heating is
that it can work in combination with the heating systems that are currently
present in your house.
Solar water heating system is considered to be one of
the most flexible and reliable way to heat water. Two types of solar thermal
collectors are used in the solar heating system, namely, flat plate collectors
and evacuated tube collectors. The flat plate collectors are designed to absorb
maximum radiation and reflect a small amount of energy. The evacuated tube
collectors are designed in a way to absorb radiation and transfer it to the
water in the form of thermal energy. Install solar panels and keep the
environment free of harmful emissions.
