About Solar Energy
The Government accepts the fact that CO2 is damaging our environment. As global warming increases, the cost of fossil fuels and the taxation of energy will rise dramatically. Renewable energy can play a large part in reducing these costs and ensuring that future generations inherit a cleaner, safer environment.
Solar Panels, also known as "collectors", can be fitted to a building’s roof. They use the sun’s heat to warm water, or glycol, which passes through the panel. The fluid is then fed to a heat store (e.g. a hot water tank) and helps provide hot water. Solar panels work throughout daylight hours, even if the sky is overcast and there is no direct sunshine. Solar panels can also be used to contribute to space heating demand.
After the initial investment all energy savings are free, no matter what happens to future gas oil and ESB prices, or VAT.

