The solar photovoltaic energy (PV) process converts sunlight, which is completely free and clean, directly into electricity.

The panels required for this process have no moving parts and as a result require little, if any, maintenance. In addition, the electricity is renewable, generated with no emissions and no noise, so it is clean and safe.

Solar water heaters are even more efficient - around 85-90% efficient - and are great for heating domestic water and swimming pools.

Installation costs can be quite high due to various companies charging large sums of money to install them. But if you know some basic DIY you can install it yourself without too much difficulty. Find out about DIY solar heating kits here.

The same goes for solar pv panels. There are guides that will show you how to fit them yourself instead of paying a fortune for someone else to do it for you. For more information click here.

Solar water heaters are generally more efficient than solar pv panels. A typical water heating system can generate all the hot water needed in the summer and 20% in the winter, so 50%-60% all year round. Just think of all that energy and money you will save.

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