Solar thermal solutions
Solar thermal systems
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When most of us think of solar power, we think about sunlight being converted to electricity, which is then used to power various applications. However, for thousands of years, the power of the sun was understood quite differently. Everybody knows from the example of the sun and magnifying glass that the oldest way the sun [...]
Solar powered air conditioning systems
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Having the notions that air conditioning systems are difficult to work with and cost too much to have running are not entirely true. With newer efficient systems for homes and businesses, you can get a large amount of cooling power for a small amount of energy. Most of these systems use the evaporative cooling method [...]
Solar space heating
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When heating a home, it can be difficult to choose options which will not consume your paycheck during the winter months. Fortunately enough, there are now solar powered options which use energy captured by the sun to help create the appropriate temperatures you need for your home while providing you with a low cost and [...]
Evacuated tube solar collectors
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Solar water heating is an underrated way of saving money. It’s not the easiest way to save, and it can take a while, but over a number of years, solar water heating can literally save thousands of dollars. One of the problems that prevent people from accessing more solar energy is that it is and [...]
Solar pool covers
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Anyone that owns an outdoor swimming pool will definitely want to keep care of it. The best way to prevent anything from getting into the water would be to use a pool cover. Solar pool covers are definitely a great option as well as they not only help keep your swimming pool clean but they [...]
Solar thermal systems
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Solar thermal systems are useful in many homes for several different options. There are many ways to get solar thermal systems to work in your home and it is important to look into available options that will help to lower the costs of energy consumption needed to heat water or a space. There are two [...]
Parabolic solar cooker
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Parabolic solar cookers are a very simple to use concept which involves the use of sunlight as a heating source to cook various different types of food. The main design uses a concave mirror which focuses caught sunlight to a specific point to raise the energy of the beam to produce more heat. With different [...]
Solar heat exchanger
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Solar water heating is a pretty old concept that people have been using for more than 80 years. However, with new technology we are able to accomplish this task much more efficiently. We use a solar thermal system to generate heat, and this is usually attached to some sort of fluid delivery system that in [...]
Solar hot water tank
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
Solar hot water tanks are used by consumers to save money on the cost of heating water in the home. Some have pumps while others don’t, but most require a storage tank with good insulation. Either through the use of solar plates or tubes or via circulation-focused systems, there are a variety of choices when [...]
Solar water heating systems
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Did you know that simply heating your water can account for 14% of your annual home energy costs? That’s one of the major reasons so many people are now turning to solar water heating for their hot water needs. The other reason that solar water heating is becoming more popular is that it helps reduce [...]
Solar air heater
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Just as is the case in solar water heating systems, solar air heating systems can be passive, active, or a combination of these two methods. The simpler the system, the easier and cheaper the system will be. However, in colder temperatures or when retrofitting a building, you may be forced into using more active systems. [...]
Solar hot water systems
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
Solar hot water systems are very beneficial to the environment and they are durable, simple and cost effective. Solar hot water systems collect the energy from the sun and transfers it into your hot water tank to supply most of your needs, even in the winter months. The solar hot water systems that are available [...]
Solar heating controller
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
Solar water heating systems are fast becoming a much appreciated hot water solution for homeowners, developers and businesses. Typically, most solar water heating systems are designed and used to preheat the water to help cut down the cost for regular fossil fuel hot water system. These systems all need an electrical solar water heating controller [...]
Solar space heater
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There are various ways to heat your home by harnessing the power of the sun. During the winter, you may want to keep the room you spend the most time in warmer than the rest of the house. A solar space heater can help you do just that. It will allow the air in just [...]
Evacuated tube solar thermal collectors
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Solar power has become increasingly popular with the growing change in climate and rising fuel costs. As a result, demand for electricity is in growing demand. What better way to improve your situation than harness something that Mother Nature provides for free? All around the world, businesses, homes, governments and organizations are embracing the solar [...]
Solar forced air heater
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These days, deciding between the expense of warming a home and the comfort of not freezing is a realistic decision many households have to make. This can become even more dire in climates where it is extremely cold. Add to economic difficulties nationwide and globally the shortage of energy, the skyrocketing of cost and traditional [...]
Solar thermal collector
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The environment is a top priority on many people’s list. This is because of the increase in concern over the world climate and global warming, and how it is impacting the planet. This has caused many to look for ways in which they can reduce their carbon footprint so that they have as small of [...]
Solar pool blankets
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Solar blankets were a hit the moment they were introduced on the market. Solar blankets can warm pool water at no cost to the swimming pool owner other than the initial cost of the blanket. You find solar blankets in your pool cover supply store or online at various pool supply sites. Any home owner [...]
Solar heater for swimming pools
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Swimming pool heaters used to be a luxury, while the majority of pool owners drained the pool and threw on the tarp as is became too cool to go swimming anymore. Now, thanks to solar power technology, families can have heated pools year-round without the extraneous electricity bills … and they’re helping the environment, too. [...]
Solar box cooker
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You may not have heard about a solar box cooker before, but they are an efficient and interesting way to cook by harnessing the power of the sun. In addition, these small little machines can be assembled fairly easily and hassle free. The good news is that they can be put together by anyone who [...]
Evacuated tube
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An evacuated tube collection system is one that relies on a series of vacuum sealed glass tubes that are lined up and kept inside a special panel box. The evacuated tubes are lined up next to each other in a parallel manner. There are generally four of the tubes in a single system, but this [...]
Active solar energy for space & water heating
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Solar heating is one of the oldest uses of the sun’s energy, and with energy costs rising again its benefits are attracting renewed interest. The two types of solar heating are passive and active, both similar but different in one important way. Passive solar heaters rely on the thermosyphon effect to move fluid around their [...]
Tankless solar water heater
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If you have ever messed around with installing and fixing a traditional water heater, then you know the difficulty that you can have with the tank. One of the largest complaints that people receive is the problems with tanks rupturing or leaking onto their floors. One way to fix this problem and to save a [...]
Solar heat pump
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If you are one of the many households that are looking to find a way to use more of the renewable natural energy sources, while at the same time cutting back on your dependence of the big energy companies, then a solar heat pump could be just the thing you are looking for. This is [...]
How to make a solar oven
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A solar oven uses a reflector to focus sunlight onto a cooking container enclosed in an insulated box. It is also called a box cooker, and is one of the three main types of solar cooker, the others being the panel and parabolic. The process of making a solar oven is simple enough that most [...]
How to build a solar pool heater
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Building a solar pool heater will allow you to capture the benefits of the sun to enjoy a warm dip with your family and friends. Swimming or experiencing an outdoor spa is ten times better when you have warm water to enjoy. A heated pool can be enjoyed anytime, spring or autumn, even on cold [...]
Solar cooker
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
When thinking about the applications of solar energy, most people think about heating water or powering solar lights. However, solar energy can also be used for other purposes. One of the applications of solar energy that is having a great positive impact on the environment is the use of the solar cooker to cook food, [...]
Solar heater
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Because solar energy can be used for a variety of purposes, a large number of solar energy products exist in the marketplace. Solar cells, solar panels, and solar home plans are all popular with homeowners and business owners alike. One of the best ways to use solar energy is to heat the air and water [...]
Active solar heating
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Active solar heating systems come in two types – liquid or air systems. Liquid solar heating systems utilize water or an antifreeze fluid mix to capture and transfer the heat gathered by solar collectors. Air solar heating systems utilize air to capture and transfer the heat instead of a fluid. Either type of active solar [...]
Residential solar heating
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
When it comes to residential solar heating, there are two broad types of solar heating available – passive and active solar heating. Both types of systems take advantage of the sun’s power by harnessing the solar energy in sunlight and then using it to heat a home. Residential solar heating is less expensive to install [...]
