Solar Hot Water Around the World

Heating water with solar systems is in no way a new concept. While solar hot water systems in various forms date back hundreds and even thousands of years, the twentieth century introduced solar as a leader in the energy industry all over the world. Japan, for example, has used solar hot water systems since the [...]

Electric, Gas Water Heaters Vs. Solar Hot Water

Electric Water Heaters Electric hot water systems use large coils that hang down into the tank to heat the water. The coils are similar to the ones in an electric oven. Generally, electric water heaters aren’t as efficient as those powered by other fuel sources, and electricity is more expensive than natural gas and propane. [...]