Solar Heating
Active solar heating technology is how energy from the
sun is converted into usable heat. A passive system just collects the
energy. There are two types of active solar – air-cooled and liquid-cooled.
Whether a system is air-cooled or liquid-cooled depends on the type
of fluid heated in the collectors. Air-cooled active solar heaters are
often used in applications that do not require storage. Liquid-cooled
systems are popular for use with storage systems.
Using active solar heating to heat a home can drastically reduce utility
bills in the winter. Solar energy systems often qualify for local, state
and federal rebates and tax incentives. Solar also reduces your personal
impact on the planet.