This chart shows an estimate of where out home energy dollars go, so perhaps a solar hot water system is the best idea, especially since we have radiator heat.
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1. Dow Solar Shingles, which serve as roofing material as well as a power resource. Great looking, but these are for electricity, not hot water.
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2. Englert Solar Thermal, a standing seam metal roof that collects the sun’s energy to provide heat for hot water systems and radiant floor heating systems [hope to get one of these].
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The plans call for roof tiles on the mass of roof for the addition, and metal roofing on the porch and the attic windows. So, perhaps a mix of both solar and photovoltaic could be an option......need to review the cost of each and tax credits too.
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