Month: September 2023

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WILL A SOLAR GEYSER STILL GET WARM IN WINTER?

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Will a solar geyser still get warm in winter?

It’s becoming more and more essential to move towards solar power these days. The intense load-shedding we are currently facing in South Africa is forcing more and more of us towards solar power.  A solar geyser is a great step in this direction.  Today we’re going to explore the question, “Will a solar geyser still get warm in winter?”.  Read on!

The answer is yes, a solar geyser will still get warm in

winter due to the following factors:

1. SOLAR ENERGY COLLECTION

Solar geysers use sunlight to heat water.  However, they can still capture and convert sunlight into heat, even on cloudy or overcast days, although their efficiency may be slightly reduced. During winter, the system may take longer to heat water.   However, it will still work.

2. INSULATION

In addition, it’s important to remember that solar geysers are typically well-insulated to minimize heat loss. As a result, the hot water remains hot and doesn’t cool down rapidly, even in colder weather. 

3. BACK-UP HEATING

And finally, it’s important to remember that there is electric or backup heating. Many solar geyser systems are equipped with backup heating elements, usually electric, which can be activated during cloudy days or when the solar heating capacity is insufficient. As a result, you will have a constant supply of hot water, regardless of weather conditions.

A solar geyser is an excellent investment! With the current challenges we are facing in South Africa with load-shedding it’s critical to transition to solar power in whatever capacity we can. It can be expensive going completely off-grid however, investing in a solar geyser is within reach for many people and it’s a solid investment!

Contact us today for a solar geyser quote, Cape Town!

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HOW DOES USING SOLAR HELP THE ENVIRONMENT?

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How does using solar help the environment?

We live in a time marked by concerns about the environment and how we are treating it. As a result, there’s a strong drive towards living in such a way that we conserve the earth.  As such sustainable energy sources are becoming a priority and solar power has emerged as an excellent option. Aside from the obvious financial benefits of using solar power, there are also numerous environmental benefits. But how does using solar help the environment? Read on!

1. REDUCTION IN GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS

One of the main environmental benefits of Solar energy is that it can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Solar panels generate electricity without releasing harmful pollutants, such as carbon dioxide and sulfur dioxide. This has an impact on global warming and air pollution.

2. CLEAN AIR AND IMPROVED HEALTH

Solar energy contributes to cleaner air by reducing the need for burning coal, oil, or natural gas.  As a result, fewer pollutants are released into the air which reduces respiratory and cardiovascular problems. As a result, this leads to better health for people, 

3. PRESERVATION OF WATER RESOURCES

Solar energy systems do not require vast amounts of water for cooling purposes. As a result, this reduces water consumption and alleviates the strain on local water supplies, contributing to water conservation efforts.

4. LOWER CARBON FOOTPRINT

Lower Carbon Footprint: Solar panels have a relatively low carbon footprint when considering their entire lifecycle, from manufacturing to disposal.

5. ENERGY INDEPENDENCE

Solar energy allows you to become energy-independent. You can do this by incorporating solar power according to your budget (like with a solar geyser) or you can go fully off-the-grid. Whichever way you choose to incorporate solar power you will be reducing your reliance on fossil fuels. As a result, you will have a certain amount of energy independence and if you go off-the-grid you will be fully energy-independent.

As you can see solar power is an excellent investment and overall so beneficial to the environment.  That’s a real win-win!

Contact us today for a solar power quote!