Why Solar?
- In summer 100% of the DHW demand may be covered
- The annual average is about 50-60%
So why should we utilise solar energy?
- Environmental protection by reducing CO??
- Rise in property value
- Image (stand out against the neighbour)
- See new construction estates
- Increasing oil and gas prices
- Oil wells and gas wells are not infinite
- The qualified installer can generate additional turnover
Independent studies by DTI have shown that GB has sufficient solar radiation levels to achieve good levels of solar DHW.
Majority of interest for Clearskies grants have been in the South East, London, and the South West.