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The world we live in is changing - rapidly. The way we obtain heat and power has to change with it if climate change is to be tackled. Public pressure, as a result of growing concerns for the environment and increased legislation, has led to the thinking that the traditional way of heating our homes must change.
As well as a growing awareness of the need for change, more and more people now understand that they can make real savings over the medium to long term with solar energy.
As sources of gas diminish, the cost of running a gas powered water heating system will rise. With solar energy, homeowners can reap the benefits of a free and natural power source.
Many people assume the UK doesn't receive enough sunshine to make solar power a serious option. This is far from the truth. Solar energy is very effective for heating water for domestic users. A well designed solar energy system such as Potterton Solar can provide 100% of a family's hot water requirements in the summer and around 55% annually - making it a worthwhile investment all year round.
There are grants available to help with the costs of installation for renewable technologies. Read more on our grants page. Full details of available funding can be found on the Department for Business Enterprise and Regulatory Reform's Low Carbon Buildings Programme website.
