Posts Tagged ‘solar heating system’
Solar thermal systems
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
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 [...]
Solar heat exchanger
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
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
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
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
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
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 on [...]
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
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
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 [...]
Solar forced air heater
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
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 energy’s [...]
Solar thermal collector
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
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
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
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 who [...]
Solar heater for swimming pools
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
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. [...]
Active solar energy for space & water heating
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
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
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
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
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
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 [...]
Passive solar energy for home heating
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar energy facts
The use of passive solar has gained enormous fame as a result of its practicality. This inexpensive method of heating homes is free forever once the initial investment is made into producing the system. It is no wonder this method is so popular.
The use of passive solar in homes within cold regions is effective to [...]
How to build a solar pool heater
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
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
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
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
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
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 [...]
Solar water heaters
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
Using solar energy is a great way to reduce the environmental impact of energy production and create cleaner energy. Solar energy is produced by capturing energy from the sun and using it to heat air or water. This is accomplished through the use of different components such as solar panels, solar cells, solar thermal collectors, [...]
Solar radiant heating system
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
There are various heating systems used primarily for the purpose of heating homes. Places with freezing temperatures and cold climates require an efficient heating system to keep the homes warm and conducive for living. Among the various options available the first one is the traditional gas and oil furnace where the air is heated and [...]
Solar powered homes
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar powered products
Solar powered homes used to be thought of as part of alternative lifestyles only for hippies and hardcore environmentalists. That is no longer the case as solar power technologies have become more mainstream and affordable. With soaring energy costs and concerns over the environmental impact of using fossil fuels, solar powered homes are becoming more [...]
Cooking with a solar cooker
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar powered products
Solar cookers have become the need of the hour today with the increasing fuel prices. Solar cookers can serve the needs of the developing nations of today in terms of reduction of the noise and smoke created by the gas used in the indoor kitchens making use of resources like coal, wood, and natural gas.
With [...]
Passive solar heating system
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
Solar energy is one of the most efficient and resourceful forms of energy in the world. Solar energy uses the energy provided by the sun in order to supply energy for the building. It could be used to run the whole household. Solar heating utilizes the solar energy in order to heat the building.
There are [...]
Solar hot water heaters
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
The solar hot water heaters comprises of the solar thermal collectors, a fluid system for moving the heat from collector to the point of usage, a reservoir or tank for the heat-storage and subsequent use. The solar hot water heaters are used to heat water, under floor heating, swimming pools or as energy input for [...]
Swimming pool solar heater
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
Almost every individual must have heard about solar cells. These are some wonderful sources of energy, which allow an individual to convert the sun’s rays into electricity, which can be used to generate power and perform several other functions. Though making use of solar cells is a wonderful ways to generate electricity, most of the [...]
