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Solar heating

With solar heating, a liquid (made of a mixture of water and non-environmentally damaging anti-freeze) collects heat and deposits it in storage for use domestic use. The heat is collected using panels that are placed on the roof for maximum exposure.

Solar heaters are made from silicon, just like all other solar panels. Silicon has a unique ability that allows electrons to move freely and randomly along it. Junctions (made of other materials) must be placed on the silicon to direct the electrons into a usable current.

The initial cost of solar heating is high (purchasing and installation), which may scare people away from investing in the energy. However, the cost of conventional energy (gas, coal, oil) will only increase while solar remains the same – making it an economical choice.

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