Yearly Archives - 2017

August 2017

On roof Thermosiphon installtion, Santiago Chile

100,000 Solar Water Heating Systems Installed

Chile has three mechanisms to encourage installing solar water heaters (SWHs) for residential water heating: A tax exemption for SWH installation in new housing (from 2017) Subsidy to incorporate SWH into housing reconstruction programmes (2014-17) Ministry of Housing and Urban Development (MINVU)’s Family Heritage Protection Programme for existing public housing (from 2011). With these measures, more than 100, 000+ homes have hot water supported by solar thermal systems. Tax benefits for installing SWHs were initially granted from 2010 to 2014, and the programme was [...]

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Low roof profile solar water heating at Oxford University

The Transformative Benefits of Commercial Solar Water Heating in Historic Oxford

The University of Oxford, with its rich history dating back to 1096, stands as the oldest university in the English-speaking world and the second-oldest continuously operating university globally. Nestled in Oxford, England, it boasts a blend of historic architecture and cutting-edge modern facilities. One such project exemplifying this fusion is the installation of a commercial solar water heating system at St. Ann’s University, offering a compelling case for the transformative power of commercial solar water heating. In this article, [...]

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April 2017

Lochinvar solar water heating panel hospital roof

Norfolk & Suffolk Hospital Foundation Trust – Commercial Solar Water Heating

Lochinvar helping dementia care hospital reach BREEAM Excellence with the industrial Solar Water Heating system. A flagship project with a considerable demand for hot water to satisfy the wards, shared clinical areas, administration and training rooms. The integration of renewable technologies with fossil-fuelled water heaters and boilers. Other carbon-saving features included a green roof, ground source heat pump and lighting controls NHS trusts are looking closely at their provision for handling the increasingly prevalent condition of Dementia. The Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation Trust [...]

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March 2017

Solar Water Heating Cape Horn

Cape Horn Extreme Cold and Solar Water Heating – A Tale of Sustainability Near the World’s End

The adoption of solar water heating systems has extended to some of the most extreme corners of the world, and one such remarkable location is near Cape Horn, close to Tierra del Fuego, in the southern hemisphere. In this article, we delve into the intriguing story of how commercial solar water heating panels have found their place in this remote and frigid region, where the average temperature hovers around 4 degrees Celsius. The Beagle Channel Legacy: Solar Thermal Panels at [...]

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CVC Instalaciones Solares

Chile Family Assets Protection Program – Pressure Geyser Solar Water Heating

We have been working with FAPP (Family Assets Protection Programme) for a number of years. Helping deliver Solar Water Heating Energy Savings Free across a number of Regions in Chile. With 10 Teams across 5 Regions actively working with communities to deliver the highest quality solutions from our European factories. Government led benefit program through a direct subsidy to the householder. There is no payback, householders just receive the benefit “For FREE”. The program is registered in 9 Regions, the intention [...]

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May 2017

Solar Desalination in OMAN with KSA vacuum panels

Revolutionizing Desalination with KSA Sea Sand Resistant Solar Water Heating Panels in Oman

Reference System for Commercial Solar Water Heating Thermal Sea Water Desalination located in Muscat, Sultanate of Oman Oman’s unique geographical and climatic conditions have propelled it into the forefront of sustainable water solutions, with desalination being a pivotal element. In this article, we delve deeper into the groundbreaking application of KSA Sea Sand Resistant Solar Water Heating Panels in a commercial desalination project situated in Muscat, Oman. Developed through a collaborative effort between ZAE Bayern and T.A.S. GmbH of Munich, [...]

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February 2017

Solar swimming pool heating Algarve, Portugal

Algarve Sustainable Solar Swimming Pool Heating Solutions

Algarve villa solar swimming pool heating in Santa Bárbara de Nexe, Algarve, Portugal. Since 2012, we have delivered many solar swimming pool heating systems in the picturesque Algarve, Portugal. Our motivation for this initiative is driven by our unwavering commitment to offering clients innovative opportunities to enhance energy efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and revel in sustainable comfort through solar swimming pool heating. In this comprehensive article, we will delve into the profound reasons behind our decision, the exceptional benefits of solar [...]

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January 2017

New Build home solar water heating Wexford, Ireland

50 Years Heating Ireland – Solar Water Heating

For five decades, PJ FIRMAN & Co Ltd has been a name synonymous with excellence in Plumbing & Heating, specializing in solar water heating and swimming pool heating in Wexford, Ireland. This respected family business traces its roots back to October 1967 when Peter Firman embarked on a journey following in his father’s plumbing footsteps. Nestled 3km south of Wexford, the company has evolved and thrived, catering to a diverse clientele in domestic, commercial, new build, and self-build projects. [...]

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March 2017

Bungalow Geyser Solar Water Heating in Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe – Pressure Geyser Solar Water Heating

In mid-September 2021, Zimbabwe’s power utility company imposed further load shedding schedules lasting up to 12 hours. The Zimbabwe Electricity Distribution Company (ZETDC), without revealing when the situation will be normalised, cited a combination of limited generation capacity and repairs to power infrastructure as the cause of the load shedding. Zimbabwe heavily relies on its only hydropower plant, the Kariba South Power Station, which is the biggest power generation plant in the country, with a total generation capacity of [...]

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February 2017

Commercial Solar Swimming Pool heating installation

Algarve Engineered Solar Water Central Heating & Swimming Pool Heating

    The Algarve region in Portugal is a paradise for those who relish endless sunny days and outdoor living. Owning a swimming pool in this Mediterranean climate is a luxury, but maintaining the perfect water temperature year-round can be a challenge especially if you are also provinding Solar Water Central Heating in the winter months of Portugal. Among the available pool heating options, Hot Solar Water Panels shine as the preferred choice, renowned for their European engineering, outstanding performance, and [...]

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