One possibility of using the endless and free energy of the sun is the conversion of light into electric current. Capturing its heat by means of solar thermal collectors and using it for own domestic purposes is another. In these times of rapidly increasing prices for conventional energy sources such as oil and gas there is a considerable savings potential through the use of solar thermal systems. One can enjoy the natural heat when showering, washing dishes or clothes, or back up space heating on a sustained basis by means of perfectly matched complete systems form SUN’NRG. Public institutions, sports facilities and hotels can offer their customers the convenience of hot water form a renewable energy source on a large scale in the form of solar thermal heating. In many countries this will allow to meet the construction requirements for improving the energy balance, and in a very cost-effective way that is also good for public relations. Further more, solar thermal technology helps reduce CO₂ emissions and actively contributes to protecting the environment. 

Profitability

The profitability of solar thermal plants is heavily dependent on the trends of heating oil prices. These are currently at a historic high of 60 Dollars per barrel (last updated 7/2005).

Recent forecasts by a US investment bank predict and explosion in the price of heating oil over the next few years, even at an annual rise of 10 percent (comparable with the period 1999 to 2005) the use of solar thermal technology will become increasingly viable. In view of the shrinking oil and gas reserves, the decentralized production of solar heat represents a wise investment for the future.

Solar thermal systems have a minimum life of 20 years. Little maintenance is required.

A collector surface area of 10 qm and a storage volume of 500 liters is sufficient to supply a household of 4 persons with hot water and supplementary heating.