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PHOTOVOLTAIC
Photovoltaic (PV) systems produce clean energy from the sun. Harnessing the power of the sun with solar panels you can power your home. In the last several years residential electrical rates have increased 30-60%. It is also estimated that electric rates will continue to climb faster than inflation.
Utilizing a solar electric system will enable you to become your own energy provider. Prevent future rate increases by locking in your electrical rates at a fraction of the cost. Utilizing a solar photovoltaic system you would essentially be prepaying for 40-50 years of power at today’s prices. As rates increase in the future your return on investment will become greater, leading to even more savings over the life of your solar energy system.
Becoming your own energy generator, utilizing the clean renewable resource of the sun your will reduce your consumption of fossil fuels, which decreases pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Make the choice to switch to solar energy you make the choice to reduce your dependence on foreign energy sources, save money, and help the planet.
Even a small solar electric system can have a significant environmental impact. Contact us today to find out how you can utilize the power of the sun. Tax credits and incentives available.
OFF-GRID
Off-grid system are available through Eco Solar. Contact a consultant today for more information about off-grid living.
THERMAL
The average household spends 20%-40% of it’s energy budget on water heating. Most water heating appliance used in homes today either consume gas or electricity to heat water. Energy rates from gas and electricity increase an average of 10% each year. What will you be paying for a nice warm shower in ten years?
There is a better, durable, more cost effective way to heat water for your home. In fact, solar water heating is one of the most cost effective solar energy technologies today!
Utilizing the power of the sun through special solar collectors, a propylene-glycol mixture is heated. The use of this fluid is important in a “closed-loop” system; this antifreeze fluid allows the system to work year round, no matter what the temperature outside. The heated fluid would then be circulated through a solar storage tank where cold water from the tap is warmed or pre-heated before leaving to feed your current hot water heater. A domestic solar water heating system can supply 60%-90% of your average hot water usage.
Systems are sized according to the size of your home and the number of occupants. Depending on your situation the return on investment for a solar hot water can be seen in as little as five to ten years. Which in most cases would be a 10%-20% return on your investment. From an environmental perspective a standard two-panel system will offset 1,500-2,000 pounds of carbon per year.
A solar domestic hot water system is a great way to save money and reduce your carbon-footprint. For more information about how to harness the power of the sun for your home contact us today 816-807-6376.
