Homeowners looking to take advantage of generous Government incentives to produce their own solar power can now turn to Australia’s leading solar water heater manufacturer, Solahart, for a range of top quality, high performance solar PV (photovoltaic) systems.

Solahart was one of the first companies in the world to recognise the value of the sun’s free energy, pioneering solar water heating in Australia in 1953. Having now installed well over a million systems in more than 70 countries, they have expanded their offering of solar energy products to include a wide range of solar power solutions allowing householders to save even more on their electricity bills.

With 22 different system configurations available starting from a 1.5kW base model, which can generate about one third of the electricity required in an average home, and ranging up to a large 5.4kW installation, which can fully power a typical family abode, Solahart is aiming to build on its position as Australia’s solar energy leader.

Stephen Cranch, GM Sales and Marketing, Renewables, said expanding into solar power was a natural move for the company given its half a century track record in providing superior solar energy systems.

“With power prices soaring and more and more Australians wanting to switch to sustainable energy solutions, Solahart is now offering consumers the chance to harness even more free energy from the sun and maximise their power savings knowing their solar systems are backed by the market leader,” he said.

Solar water heaters and solar power systems use completely different technology to harness the sun’s energy.

In the case of solar hot water, heat is captured directly from the sun through collectors installed on the roof and is transferred to the fluid circulating inside. Water is then stored in an insulated tank for future use and every Solahart system comes with either gas or electric booster to ensure hot water 24/7, even on cold and cloudy days.

In contrast to solar water heating, solar power uses light from the sun (rather than heat) to generate electricity. The panels produce DC current which is fed through an inverter and converted to 240V AC electricity to power the home. The amount generated depends on the number of panels and size of the inverter and any excess is fed back into the power grid with additional electricity also able to be purchased from the grid when the sun is not shining.       

Both systems attract renewable energy certificates, which mean significant cash savings on the purchase price, and various State Governments offer additional incentives to make the switch.

Mr Cranch recommends that as a rule of thumb home-owners should replace their electric water heater first (with a solar water heater) because they account for around 25% of a household’s energy use. It’s one of the most significant steps you can take to becoming more energy efficient.

“Once you’ve become more energy efficient, you can then switch to solar power to cover the balance of your electricity needs,” he said.

To find out more about a Solahart solar water heater or a PV system, call Solahart on 1300 721 914 or check out www.solahart.com.au

About Solahart: Solahart pioneered the Australian solar industry in 1953 and today has sold over 1 million solar hot water systems worldwide. Solahart has installed systems in places as diverse as Antarctica, the Mount Everest base camp and Nelson Mandela’s private home in South Africa. Solahart also provides solar power solutions to Australian households, offering a range of top quality, high performance solar PV (photovoltaic) systems.  Solahart solar hot water and solar power systems are available to suit all climates and geographic locations. For full details visit www.solahart.com.au

For more information or further comment:
Edwina Brook, Crossman Communications,
(02) 9361 6099
edwina@crossmancommunications.com.au