Rainwater Harvesting
It is now viable to harvest rainwater for your whole household. This includes rainwater harvesting, storing and pumping rainwater for bathing, showering, toilet flushing, pool, laundry and irrigation. Rainwater harvesting together with other Water Rhapsody products can save up to 90% of your water bill.
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Tag Archives: Solar power
Why Solar Energy in South Africa?
There are 5 Good reasons to use solar energy in South Africa: Power Shortage: South Africa cannot meet the energy demand in the country only with existing power generation capacity. South Africa must safe 10% on its electricity bill. Former finance Minister Trevor Manuel announced various steps and measures in his February 2008 budget speech which includes: ¨ Levy on electricity generated from non-renewable sources, such as generators. ¨ Promised to consider tax incentives for clean energy. ¨ Tax relief for generation of electricity from amongst others sunlight. Eskom has announced delays in quoting and perhaps supplying only part or none of the electricity requirements for new developments and requirements for permits. 2. Rising Energy Cost: Electricity costs are very low in SA, but Eskom forces a 25% price increase per annum over the next four years. Diesel price increased more than 200% in the last 4 years and will continue to do so for the unforeseeable future. (Source: Stats AS 2007) 3. Independence from providers: Solar energy ensures continued power supply on key appliances at home or in the office, thereby mitigating damage during power surges and outages. It reduces the household reliance on Main Grid Energy … Continue reading
Solar Water Heating
People have been using solar power for many years to heat up their water, light up their homes and for general low-voltage appliances. Solar power energy is now more easily accessible to the public than ever before, and millions of people around the world are installing solar geysers in their homes in order to save money on electricity consumption and thus helping the planet. Converting your home to use solar power can be a considerable undertaking, but the results are very rewarding. Going solar is a growing trend, but where do you begin the process? Solar power systems use energy from the sun – which is an unlimited source of renewable energy – and convert it into electricity or heat. The most practical place to start the process of conversion is with the installation of solar geysers on your roof. Solar water heaters use a roof-mounted, heat-absorbing panels (thermal collectors) to heat water with the power of the sun. The heated water is fed into a special solar geyser that stores the water. Firstly, you should find the most appropriate position suitable on your roof. The solar panels should not be shaded either by trees or any other obstacles. Even if … Continue reading
