Solar photovoltaic (PV) technology converts the sun’s energy into electricity using solar panels. A Solar PV system is one of the most beneficial renewable technologies you can install.
A part of the MicroFIT program, providers will be paid the subsidized rate of 80.2 cents for each kilowatt-hour (kWh) they generate, regardless of whether it is consumed in-house or sold onto the grid. The MicroFIT has a simple application process, making the program accessible, even for small providers.
Solar thermal technology uses the sun’s energy to heat water. When the subject of solar thermal systems comes up, almost everyone talks about heating for domestic hot water use, and with good reason. Approximately 15% of an average households energy bill is related to heating water.
Geothermal heat pumps are similar to solar thermal technology, but in this case energy is collected from below ground and used for domestic heating, cooling and hot water use.
Solar air heating technology is a simple way to heat indoor air by using energy from the sun. Cladding material is mounted on the south, east, or west walls, and can also be installed on the roof.
Micro-wind systems convert wind energy to power using a small roof-mounted wind turbine. Although wind power is the fastest-growing source of energy in the world, current wind turbine technologies are not yet well-suited to urban residential application