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Solar Homes
There are two main types of solar technology:
Solar Thermal (for making hot water)
Solar thermal panels use the energy from the sun to heat water. A transfer fluid moves the heat to your hot water tank ready for use in the home. Solar thermal panels are a simple, cost effective technology that reduce the need to burn gas, or other fossil fuels, saving you money on your bills and reducing carbon emissions.
Solar Photovoltaics (for making electricity)
Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels generate electricity using the energy from the sun to power your home or business. PV panels produce energy from daylight, not direct sunlight, so they still produce energy on cloudy or overcast days. The electrical energy produced is either used directly in the home, or sold back to your electricity supplier. In the night, electricity from the grid is supplied in the normal way.
SolarCity has unrivalled experience of delivering solar projects in New Zealand. We have worked with many of the leading architects and developers; advising on design, specifying renewable energy technologies and integrating them into developments as part of the construction process. To look at case studies and examples of our projects look at our project gallery.
Solar Thermal (for making hot water)
Solar Photovoltaics (for making electricity)
