Environmental Benefits

Solar hot water is great for the environment and an easy way for you to dramatically reduce the amount of harmful greenhouse gases emitted by your home.

Heating water is the biggest single source of greenhouse gas emissions in the average Australian home, accounting for around 40% of household energy consumption. It’s one reason why the Australian Federal and state governments are phasing out electric hot water systems in favour of more eco-friendly systems. In fact, by 2012, it will no longer be possible to install electric hot water systems in new Australian homes.

With Nu Energy, you can make your home eco-friendly now. By installing one of our efficient, green hot water systems a family of four can cut their annual greenhouse gas emissions by up to four tonnes – that’s like taking a small car off the road!

Water is heated by the sun – our largest, totally renewable source of energy – before entering your gas or electric hot water storage. You can heat it further if necessary with your gas or electricity booster but you’ll use far less energy as the water is already warm or hot.

Solar hot water from Nu Energy – great for your home and the environment.