Why isn't solar hot water sexy?

Solar hot water is the red headed step child of the clean energy world. You would think something associated with hot showers could bring the sexy back after the technology usage peaked in the late 70's and early 80's. However our increasing digital immersion and electric crises in the past several years has focused the green crowd on photovoltaics, aka solar electric.

The fact is for the average homeowner hot water consumes more energy than any other use besides space heating. Solar hot water systems payback their usage far more quickly than PV systems in all but the most sunny, incentivized areas. Solar hot water remains one of the
best investments you can make for your house and for the
environment. The systems are a fraction of the cost and take up less space on your roof.

Next time you are considering renewables, think solar hot water! Just think how much cold showers can kill your mood. Be green, stay sexy and give solar hot water a try!

Andrew Becker
www.cleanergie.com