A Solar Power Ireland - Dream Or Reality?
A solar power Ireland is not just a dream because despite what many people think, it is not short of sunshine. In fact, every year Ireland receives the equivalent of 600 times the amount of energy from the sun, than it actually uses itself. And this powerful source of free, clean energy will always be available. Harness it affordable with solar panels. The cost of living According to reports, at the present energy prices the average Irish family will spend over 40,000 Euro's in the next 30 years to heat their home. And with fossil fuels rising all the time, that price will most likely increase out of all recognition. This is where solar panels could help families save both energy and money. 2.5 million households across Europe now use solar water heaters and the market is rapidly increasing in Ireland where high quality, affordable solar panels are now available. For an investment of between 3000-5000 euro's, a solar water heater can be professionally installed and will effectively reduce the average households hot water bill by over 50%. Once correctly installed, a solar water heater requires very little maintenance, if any at all. A good quality solar water heater is made to last and their average lifetime is 25 years or more. Businesses should light the way But it's not just the homeowner who would benefit from a solar power Ireland. Businesses would as well!... Commercial and public buildings represent 15% of Ireland’s total final energy consumption. These buildings however, emit over 7 million tonnes of carbon dioxide every year. This amounts to 20% of Irelands total. Almost 70% of that energy consumption is used on cooling, space and water heating. So you can see how solar panels could make a huge difference here if only they were implemented. Mostly, what we want is to educate you about the benefits of solar energy, but we are also here to connect you with experts in your local area that can make solar power a reality for you. ASK THE EXPERT Our Irish expert - Simon Whelan - owns his own solar panel installation company. Based in Dublin, his nationwide operation is one of the most respected in Ireland with glowing testimonials from satisfied customers. You can contact Simon directly using the form below and he’ll answer any questions you might have concerning installing solar panels and how much it will cost you as well as grants you might be eligible for.
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