Renewable Energy
When selecting a solar system, it is useful to know what the key features of different solar panels are. This will help you in making an informed decision that will be best suited for your home. Mono CrystallinePanels made from mono crystalline cells have been widely used for many years. Although in higher temperatures the power generated is significantly reduced - a reduction of between 12% and...
A new breed of solar panels is being utilized in building designs throughout Australia. These See Through Solar Panels are around 10mm thick and are made with toughened glass, which allows them to be used in many building applications. Kaneka's unique laser techniques give PV modules a 10% transmissivity. This level of light transmission is the most favourable as it allows sufficient light in...
Australia's population makes up just 0.32% of the worlds population yet we responsible for 1.43% of global carbon dioxide emissions. Recent reports have indicated Australians as being the worst polluters in the world per head of population. The average Australian is responsible for around 15-20 tonnes of green house gas emissions per year, which is around 5 times more than the average emissions...
Water heating is the largest single source of greenhouse gases from the Australian home, excluding cars. It takes up a whopping 28% of total home energy use. The amount of electricity used during one minute of showering is enough to run an average television set for four hours. A solar hot water system can save up to 75-80% off your hot water bill as well as reducing greenhouse gas emissions by...