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Solar Panels Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Panels A solar PV system uses energy from the sun to generate electricity. It doesn't need sunlight to produce electricity - only daylight, even in winter. So you could be helping to lower your bills by reducing the amount of electricity you need from your supplier. With solar PV, not only could you save money by generating your own electricity, you could also benefit from the Government's Clean Energy Cashback Scheme.
How it works: A solar PV panel consists of cells of one or two layers made from a semi-conducting material like silicon.

If you don't use all the electricity that you have generated it will be fed into the National Grid automatically.
Solar Thermal Panels While solar photovoltaic (PV) panels use energy from the sun to generate electricity, solar thermal panels use it to heat water for your home. A solar thermal system works alongside conventional water heaters. Your current hot water cylinder will also need to be replaced with one that is suitable for solar water heating. This should not affect your current boiler and heating system as most conventional systems are compatible with solar hot water systems.
How it works: There are three main parts to a solar thermal system: solar panels, a heat transfer system and a hot water cylinder. Here's how they work together:

For the system to work effectively, you'll need up to 5m squared of south east to south west facing roof for the solar panels, receiving direct sunlight for most of the day. We will be able to help you as to your home's suitability.