Solar Ventilation | UK Solar Ventilation Systems Suppliers

There are many ways to save energy and reduce fuel utility bills in modern and older homes in the UK, an example is to install a solar ventilation system. We recommend starting out by viewing the section regarding Renewable Energy Resources as a starter for home efficiency savings, with an introduction to some Green Energy solutions for the home owner. This section serves to provide homeowners with further facts and information to help reduce energy consumption, and thus maintain a sustainable future through the reduction of CO2 emissions further enhancing "green" credentials, while saving money in the process.

Solar Power Ventilators are a dehumidifier solution that has no running costs and is installed outside your property. There are no cables or tubes, and the unit consumes no power sources, and uses only renewable energy from the sun making it a Green product and is carbon neutral.

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Solar Power Ventilation is useful in the winter months, as the amount of moisture in a property increases due to increased activity, cooking, showers etc and there is less ingress of outside "dry air" at this time. In winter, windows and doors are closed most of the time to preserve heat indoors. A large amount of energy is expended trying keep the air, and moisture, in your property warm. Solar ventilation can lower the humidity within the property and therefore reduces the amount of energy required to get your property warmer in the winter.

What is meant by "Payback Time"?

Quite simply the payback time is determined by your initial outlay for your chosen renewable energy option (the hardware and installation costs) verses the time it takes for your savings in energy costs to pay for the green energy solution you have chosen for your project. Thereafter, you begin to save money on your utility bills. A typical low cost solution for home energy generation is a domestic wind turbine for your home, as the initial costs are lower than say the installation of solar panels or a ground source heat pump, these installations may take longer to pay for themselves. It is worth considering seeking specialist advice for any renewable energy option to determine if the solution is the right one for your needs.

Solar Ventilators are a renewable energy source, and could be fitted to many UK households as it offers a quicker payback time than some other forms of renewable energy supply's. Cheaper and more affordable options that can have an immediate effect on reducing your reliance on grid electricity or mains gas is detailed in Home Energy Saving ideas.

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How It Works

The suns energy is captured by the ventilator panels, the enclosed air is then heated by the sun, the resultant "warmed air" is then circulated into the property using an inbuilt fan. This helps to de-humidify the air.

Eco-Friendly for Sustainable Housing

The UK's new building regulations specify where possible to use renewable energy resources, so this type of product is ideal for the environment and uses "green power" and is eco friendly, ideal for new building projects. See below for more information.

Installation

Ideally a south facing wall which has direct sun should be used to capture the sun's rays during daylight hours. Solar powered ventilation dehumidifiers are useful in eliminating dampness, and have zero CO2 emissions, as they are solar powered they cost nothing to run and require little maintenance.

Building Design Products

The current design of buildings should encompass the environmental principles whilst maximising the sustainability and practicality of the building for the owner. There are many specialist consultants available in this field, find out more about Sustainable Homes.

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Consideration should be given to new build homes as to the orientation and position to maximise solar gain, in this way, it can help reduce energy use, particularly in winter months. High levels of insulation should be used, and the materials used in the construction are obtained from sustainable sources.

The Sustainable Building Code helps to address these issues. The Building Research Establishment’s Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM) also known as the BRE Ecohomes System. Assessors known as Code Assessors are specialists in this field.

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