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Can I cover my whole demand of DHW (Domestic Hot Water) with a solar thermal system?

April 26, 2017cover DEMAND dhw domestic hot solar system Thermal water

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Can I cover my whole demand of DHW (Domestic Hot Water) with a solar thermal system?

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A. The average percentage of annual household DHW requirements which can be met by solar energy is about 50%-70%. In summertime it is no problem to cover the whole hot water demand with a reasonably sized solar thermal system. If solar radiation is not sufficient, your DHW is pre-heated by the solar system and, if necessary, topped up by your central-heating boiler.