Solar-powered HVAC systems are one of the most practical innovations on the market. After all, your AC uses the most power to cool your house when the sun is high and hot. Powering your AC with solar just makes sense.
What Is a Solar-Powered HVAC System?
A solar-powered HVAC system is a home comfort system that controls your home’s temperature using energy from the sun. It runs on energy generated from solar panels on your roof. They can be solar-only or hybrid systems, capable of drawing power from both the panels and the grid.
Benefits of Solar-Powered HVAC
As you might guess, HVAC systems powered by the sun provide many valuable benefits for your home. These include the following:
Environmentally Friendly
The energy used to power heating and cooling is primarily generated by fossil fuels, which produce greenhouse gasses. HVACs also represent about 6% of all power consumed in the U.S. By generating some or all of your HVAC power from the sun, you can help reduce the need for fossil fuel power plant operations.
Lower Utility Bills
Your HVAC can occupy half of your monthly power bill for the energy it takes to heat or cool your house. Switching to a more sustainable option makes it possible to provide much of that energy from the sun. Even with a hybrid system, you can significantly reduce your power bills by providing your HVAC with solar energy with this energy-efficient option. The energy and utility bill prices saved from solar-powered HVAC provide long-term value and savings for your household budget.
Work During Power Outages
HVAC systems running on solar can work through a power outage. During hot summer power outages, your home will be cooler than any other house on the block as your AC runs on sunshine. You can even keep your home warmer in a winter power outage by powering your heating from the winter sun.
How Many Solar Panels Do You Need To Run AC?
You know that your AC is the most power-hungry appliance in the house. But just how many solar panels does it take to keep your house cool? It depends on a number of factors, including the position and angle of your roof, the size and performance of your HVAC system and your chosen AC settings.
Most homes require at least two panels and possibly more if you have a large HVAC system or are dealing with non-optimal roof angles. The best way to find out is to book an on-site consultation where your home’s cooling needs and solar potential can be assessed.
Ready for Solar-Powered HVAC?
Solar-powered HVAC is a great upgrade for any home. You can reduce the cost of staying comfortable all year long with a system that gives your AC the most power when the sun is also at its hottest and brightest. The versatile design also provides extra power for heating in the winter and works during power outages. What’s not to like? If you’re ready to make the practical upgrade, Solar Optimum is here to help. Contact us to go solar today.
