Are solar heating systems for domestic hot water too expensive?

The argument often put forward against the use of solar heating systems is that they are not economical. This often culminates in a flat out rejection of renewable energy. But have you ever asked yourself if the new aluminum wheel rims on your car are economical? Or if the old oil central heating boiler from the 70s still works economically? Other than that, you cannot forget that solar heating systems provide an important contribution to the use of environmentally friendly energy.
The inexpensive prices for conventional energy sources conceal the real facts. The consequential costs for environmental and health damages caused by their use (the so-called "external costs") are not included in their price and have to be payed for by the general public. You also have to consider, that the price for conventional energy sources will increase considerably in the near future, due to these resources running short.
The sun, however, supplies its energy free of charge. The relatively high initial investment at first sight suggests that the systems are, in general, very expensive. But from the time of installation of the system on, there are no more operating costs, except very low costs for maintenance and pump electricity. Whoever invests in a solar heating system is also investing in the future. Other than that, there is the possibility to lower the costs of a solar heating system by claiming state or community funding.

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