29th Jul 2014
Frost proof solar hot water systems
If you live in an area that hits temperatures approaching zero degrees you need the right solar hot water system. To show you how frost can affect your system, let me first explain how it works. Standard solar hot water…
Read more7th Nov 2013
Heat Pump Hot Water Reliability
Heat pump water heaters are relatively complex compared to other water heaters. This means that there is a variety of designs, energy efficiency and performance in available heat pump water heaters.
Read more15th Oct 2013
How Does a Heat Pump Work?
Heat pump water heaters operate using a refrigeration cycle that moves heat from a high temperature source (the outside air) to a low temperature destination (the hot water in the tank). In nature heat flow tends to go from higher…
Read more3rd Sep 2013
Solar hot water systems become cheaper as STC price rises to new high
The Small-Scale Technology Certificate (STC) price from Green Energy has today risen to $37. This is the highest level since around June 2010.
Read more2nd Sep 2013
Small Scale Technology Certificates Explained
Under the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme, eligible hot water and power generation systems are entitled to a number of Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs) usually as a deduction from the point of sale price. Solar and Heat Pump Hot Water Systems…
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