If you’d like to benefit from the power of renewable energy, you’ll be pleased to know that there are many options. These continue to develop over time, and systems have become more affordable and accessible than ever. This is thanks to new technology and an increase in training. Let’s take a look at what systems you can install to reduce your home’s carbon footprint.
Solar Power
Solar panels were once thought of as being very uncommon and expensive. However, they have become more and more accessible thanks to technological developments. They’re much cheaper to install now and many electrical contractors have upskilled to provide solar panel services.
They work by harnessing the energy from the sun to power electricity or heat water in your home. Solar energy is free to harvest, therefore these systems will reduce the cost of your electricity bill. Although the UK isn’t considered to be a hot and sunny country, that doesn’t mean that it’s not a good place to have solar panels. Even if it’s cloudy, during daylight hours your solar panels will generate energy.
Ground Source Heat Pumps
Ground source heat pumps create renewable energy using liquid that flows through pipes installed underground. These pipes are fitted deep enough in the ground to ensure they stay at a constant temperature. Therefore, the energy produced by these systems is consistent all year round. GSHPs can be used to heat your home through radiators, under floor heating systems and water.
Air Source Heat Pumps
Air source heat pumps sit above the ground, unlike their GSHP equivalent. They extract heat from the air and can be used to heat up radiators, under floor heating systems and water as well. You may think that ASHPs can’t be that effective in the UK, but this is wrong. They can still heat your home even at air temperatures as low as -15 degrees Celsius.
For Renewable Energy Systems, Choose HPE Airflow South West
We can install a number of renewable energy systems, including solar thermal, ground source heat pumps and air source heat pumps. If you’d like to enquire about any of these services, get in touch with us today. We’d be happy to offer some advice and give you a free estimate for the work.
