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Solar Thermal Systems
We offer a wide range of solar collectors from top quality
manufacturers throughout Europe including the highly efficient WATT 4000
flat plate collector, reliable pump and electronic components from the
finest manufacturers in Germany, hot water cylinders from proven UK
companies and our installation services are quality inspected and approved
by independent organisations to comply with building regulations.
Sizing and Position
Preferably you will need 3-4m2 of southeast to southwest facing roof
receiving direct sunlight for the main part of the day. You'll also need
space to locate an additional water cylinder if required. Systems can be
intergrated into other Renewable energy systems e.g Biomass Boilers and
Wood Burners.
For domestic hot water there are three main components:
solar panels, a heat transfer system, and a hot water cylinder. Solar
panels - or collectors - are fitted to your roof. They collect heat from
the sun's radiation. The heat transfer system uses the collected heat to
heat water. A hot water cylinder stores the hot water that is heated
during the day and supplies it for use later.
Planning
In England, changes to permitted development rights for domestic renewable
technologies introduced on 6th April 2008 have lifted the requirements for
planning permission for most microgeneration technologies.
The General Permitted Development Order (GPDO) grants rights to carry out
certain limited forms of development, without the need to apply for
planning permission. The scope of the GPDO in England now extends to the
following technologies:
Solar PV and Solar Thermal (roof mounted):
Permitted unless:
• panels when installed protrude more then 200mm.
• they would be placed on the principal elevation facing onto or visible
from the highway in buildings in Conservation Areas and World Heritage
Sites.
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Grants
Click here for Grant Info and to apply.
How much?
A typical solar thermal system with two collectors installed will cost
£3000 - £4000.
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