Why go Solar?
Greensource Australian Products.
To ensure product quality Green Source has partnered with Dux, a respected Australian owned manufacturer.
- Split systems reduce the visibility and weight of hot water tanks on your roof. The tank is simply placed in the position of the old system.
Traditional electric hot water systems are being phased out.
All new homes require solar, heat pump or gas systems. Australia is becoming more aware of the advantages of using solar. Between 2005 and 2008 solar energy use increased by 60%, Most of this was for solar hot water.
Save Money!
Government rebates make right now a great time to invest in solar hot water and solar energy products. Rebates make installing these products more affordable. And once installed, you will start making savings right away!
Australian households typically own:
- Heaters 77%
- Coolers 67%
- Clothes dryer 56%
- Dishwashers 45%
And..
These products account for 64% of the household sector’s greenhouse gas emissions in 2005:
- Heating/Cooling (41% of home energy use and costs)
- Water heating (24% of home energy use and costs)
- Other Appliances (13% of home energy use and costs)
By harnessing the energy of the sun, you can reduce your reliance on standard electricity.
Save an estimated 25-28% of your annual electricity by installing a SOLAR HOT
WATER SYSTEM now.
Save an estimated 25-28% of your annual electricity by installing a SOLAR HOT WATER SYSTEM now |
Look at the graph below. You can see how boosted solar hot water is cost effective in the long-term.
Compare the long term cost of standard electric (red columns) with electric boosted solar hot water (green columns) in the graph below. You can clearly see the long term benefits of solar hot water systems.
Save the Environment!
- Electricity accounts for approximately 85% of household greenhouse gas emissions (excluding car use).
- Most electricity (92%) comes from burning fossil fuels such as coal and gas
- Only 8% electricity currently is renewable energy from wind, water, sun and biomass products, such as wood).
(statistics: Australian Bureau of Statistics)
