There are many forms of micro generation technologies using renewable sources of energy, below is a list of the major ones with quick comparissons of the pros and cons. Within the EcoFamily Energy category you will find more detailed comparissons:-

Solar Photovoltaics: (displace grid electricty)

An exceptionally reliable technology and a strong contributor to carbon reduction.
It is the easiest to install, with the lowest maintenance costs. Its versatility makes its
deployment appropriate in a wide range of buildings.

Solar Thermal: (displaces heat)

A simple technology with consistent performance that is particularly effective in buildings
with large heat demand. However, its potential contribution to CO2 displacement is limited
in buildings where hot water accounts for only a small proportion of the carbon footprint.

Wind: (displaces grid electricty)

Larger installations in rural and coastal locations with high windspeeds offer the most
efficient and cost effective carbon displacement available of all the technologies.
Microwind in urban locations remains unproven.

Ground Source Heat Pumps: (displace heat)

The requirement for electrical input dramatically reduces this technology’s effectiveness
in displacing carbon. However, when displacing electricity rather than gas, or when also
providing a cooling function, it becomes more effective at displacing CO2.

Biomass: (displaces heat)

This is best matched to sizeable buildings with a large heat demand, and can potentially
offer low cost carbon displacement. The requirements for fuel delivery and onsite storage
make it most suitable in larger rural sites. Best suited to organisations that can manage
the attendant operation costs and risks.

(No Ratings Yet)

 Loading …