As fossil fuel supplies continue to diminish, renewable sources of energy are coming more to the forefront and domestic solar power is just one way of cutting your usage of traditional fuels. Domestic solar power can be installed on almost all properties and the UK government is encouraging this with planning guidance for local authorities promoting the use of renewable energy in new developments. More information on this can be found on the Communities and Local Government website.
Domestic solar power can be used in two different ways. Solar panels or slates can convert the sun’s energy to heat in order to provide hot water, or photovoltaic tiles can create electricity for use in the home. Solar photovoltaic systems are more expensive than solar thermal panels, but both types of domestic solar power will save you money in the long term and will also significantly reduce the CO² emissions from your home, lowering your ‘carbon footprint’. Check out some of the pages below for more detailed information.
One of the misconceptions regarding domestic solar power is that the systems may be difficult to maintain, but this is not actually the case. It is, however, important that you use professional, fully trained installers for any domestic solar power system in order to ensure that everything is fitted correctly. Modern domestic solar power systems are also much more discreet than the ugly 1970s versions, with slates available in a variety of colours to blend in with your existing roof.
Source: www.communities.gov.uk 2009
Solar Power Grants are also available from the government towards the cost of domestic solarpower.
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