Learn About Solar Hot Water

Hot water demands the second largest amount of energy in our homes, after space heating, and it represents about 30 per cent of total energy use in our homes

Solar hot water is smart and cost effective technology that can supplement up to 60 per cent of the water heating energy needs for a typical family of four. This comes from the fact that in Canada there is enough solar energy to generate an average of 2500 kWh of energy per year!

Domestic solar hot water systems are designed to last 20 to 40 years, minimize environmental impacts, and promote community economic development through the building of a sustainable solar industry. So you’ll be contributing to a healthier environment, and making a difference!

Solar Champions

These individuals have shown a pro-active support of solar hot water. From their own personal installations to their dedication of promoting, informing and encouraging others to reduce fossil fuel use, they are doing their part by joining the solar revolution.

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Why Solar?

Solar energy is a great way to "go green" and it’s an abundant energy resource that can be used to help provide many of your energy needs. Solar thermal energy can be used to heat water using Solar Hot Water Systems.

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SolarBC Registered Installers

SolarBC has installers serving every part of the Province. Our accreditation program helps to promote industry development, high quality system and installation standards, and to support high levels of customer service delivery to householders.

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Solar Hot Water Systems

Systems have been selected on their ability to meet or exceed the rigorous requirements of industry recognized certification standards. All systems include minimum, industry standard manufacturer warranties of 10 years for the solar collectors, and one year for all other system components.

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View Installations Across BC

Our interactive Google map showcases the 300+ installs that have taken place across BC. With our customized legend you can view by residential installs, government installs, SolarBC Registered Installers, Solar Communities - or all four. Click on the icons to find out more and take a virtual trip around BC, from up above or all the way down to street level, and find out where solar has been heating up!

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2010 BC Solar Days

SolarBC and nine Solar Communities are hosting the first annual BC Solar Days, May 28-29, 2010. This province-wide solar celebration runs in conjunction with Europe’s annual solar week, which sees over 5000 activities in 10 countries across Europe. In BC we will be hosting community expos, children’s fairs, solar open houses and tours, workshops and student solar competitions. Join us in this celebration.

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