Solar Energy Heating Systems
Solar water heating (SWH) systems comprise several innovations and many mature renewable energy (or SHW Solar Hot Water) technologies which have been accepted in most countries for many years.
In a "close-coupled" SWH system the storage tank is horizontally mounted immediately above the solar collectors on the roof. No pumping is required as the hot water naturally rises into the tank through thermosiphon flow. In a "pump-circulated" system the storage tank is ground or floor mounted and is below the level of the collectors; a circulating pump moves water or heat transfer fluid between the tank and the collectors.
SWH systems are designed to deliver the optimum amount of hot water for most of the year. However, in winter there sometimes may not be sufficient solar heat gain to deliver sufficient hot water. In this case a gas or electric booster is normally used to heat the water.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solar_water_heating
What will this cost?
Although it depends on the brand, type and model of solar water heater that you are interested in , some vary quite different in price. For example; a solar water heater system sold in Brazil may cost up to $2500, whetehr a system sold in the United States would cost up to $5000. This is not including you electricity cost/savings/effective cost ,etc .
In a "close-coupled" SWH system the storage tank is horizontally mounted immediately above the solar collectors on the roof. No pumping is required as the hot water naturally rises into the tank through thermosiphon flow. In a "pump-circulated" system the storage tank is ground or floor mounted and is below the level of the collectors; a circulating pump moves water or heat transfer fluid between the tank and the collectors.
SWH systems are designed to deliver the optimum amount of hot water for most of the year. However, in winter there sometimes may not be sufficient solar heat gain to deliver sufficient hot water. In this case a gas or electric booster is normally used to heat the water.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solar_water_heating
What will this cost?
Although it depends on the brand, type and model of solar water heater that you are interested in , some vary quite different in price. For example; a solar water heater system sold in Brazil may cost up to $2500, whetehr a system sold in the United States would cost up to $5000. This is not including you electricity cost/savings/effective cost ,etc .
< A family enjoys some quality pool-time with their solar water heater system.
Cost compared to other energy systems
Solar water heating is very different compared to some other types of energy systems such as wood ,oil, and electricity.
First of all , solar energy is totally less harmful to our environment. When we use solar power we provide ourselves with a clean, affordable, efficient ,green, comfortable, and economical way to heat our homes. It also offers underfloor heat , so your family won't have to go to the beach all the time!
The problem with wood is that it does not keep ALL your heat IN: most homes will then have a thick layer of insulation intalled. You may need to buy more wood to keep the heat in, for this "conductor"
Your power bill willl really add up for your electricity bill.... Say for example that your hot water haeter has a malfunction. You will end up paying twice as much than you laready pay if you do not know the problem. Not good for larger homes...
Oil is a large enviromental factor (we already know all about fossil fuels ,etc) . Oil is also expensive , especially to heat a larger home. More oil is used to heat a smaller area of the home.
The final verdict is that solar is the way to go! Oil, wood,and electricity can cost you a "fortune", while you have the great option of solar power heating .
Solar water heating is very different compared to some other types of energy systems such as wood ,oil, and electricity.
First of all , solar energy is totally less harmful to our environment. When we use solar power we provide ourselves with a clean, affordable, efficient ,green, comfortable, and economical way to heat our homes. It also offers underfloor heat , so your family won't have to go to the beach all the time!
The problem with wood is that it does not keep ALL your heat IN: most homes will then have a thick layer of insulation intalled. You may need to buy more wood to keep the heat in, for this "conductor"
Your power bill willl really add up for your electricity bill.... Say for example that your hot water haeter has a malfunction. You will end up paying twice as much than you laready pay if you do not know the problem. Not good for larger homes...
Oil is a large enviromental factor (we already know all about fossil fuels ,etc) . Oil is also expensive , especially to heat a larger home. More oil is used to heat a smaller area of the home.
The final verdict is that solar is the way to go! Oil, wood,and electricity can cost you a "fortune", while you have the great option of solar power heating .
