Reducing energy bills has become a priority for many homeowners in the UK because of the sharp rise in National Grid prices. There are a number of ways you can combat energy companies’ hikes of gas and electricity prices in Britain, but one of the increasingly popular methods is with solar hot water systems.
Solar panels are installed onto rooftops of homes in the UK and capture the sun’s natural energy, converting it into heat which can be used for both space and hot water heating. By using this environmentally friendly energy source you’ll be utilising a free resource.
Solar hot water is a great way to cut your bills and with an immersion heater you can increase the water’s temperature further. This is also suitable when solar energy isn’t available, such as at night or on an overcast day.
So what are the benefits you’ll receive by harnessing the sun’s energy with solar hot water?
- Energy savings: First off there’s the reason you’ll probably be considering solar panels to start with. And that’s the opportunity to reduce your bills every year for over two decades. With prices for grid gas and electricity rising each year it has become crucial to find a suitable way of lowering expenses.
- Potential earnings: Solar thermal systems are eligible to receive the Government’s Renewable Heat Incentive payments which will pay out for every unit of renewable heat produced onsite. This scheme is set to come in from spring 2014, being paid quarterly for seven years. With this scheme you can ensure an excellent return on investment.
- Energy grants: The Government are also offering grants for the installation of renewable technology and if you’re interested in solar hot water you can receive a grant worth £600 off the installation costs.
- Reduce your carbon footprint: From an environmental prospective solar hot water systems are great too, cutting the amount of carbon released into the atmosphere because you’ll be using a natural energy source.
Facts & Figures You’ll Love To Share
- [tweetable alt=””]Solar thermal panels generate heat for your home, reducing bills by between £55 and £80 a year.[/tweetable]
- [tweetable alt=””]Did you know your heating accounts for 60% of your energy bills? Solar panels can help to slash your expenses.[/tweetable]
- [tweetable alt=””]Lucrative Government incentives ensure you’re paid hundreds of pounds every year for the renewable heat your system produces.[/tweetable]
- [tweetable alt=””]You can receive a grant worth up to £600 off the installation of solar thermal panels with the RHPP scheme.[/tweetable]
- [tweetable alt=””]Solar thermal panels offer an escape from the rising price of grid gas and electricity and will secure your energy future.[/tweetable]