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Solar Hot Water Fact Sheets & Case Studies


The sun's energy can also be used to create heat with solar collectors. Solar collectors harness the sun's energy and turn it into heat to warm water or building space.

Listed below are various fact sheets and other information sources on the subject of solar energy.

Look here for a guide to installing a renewable energy system on your property, information on site assessments and a brief summary of the Incentives and Grants that the Renewable Energy Program offers.
     Renewable Energy Projects: Guiding You Through The Process
     Assess Your Property's Renewable Energy Potential
     Renewable Program Incentives and Grants

Solar hot water systems are becoming increasingly practical for residential use. They help to minimize your carbon footprint, protect the environment and save money in the long-term. With Cash-Back Rewards from Focus on Energy, these systems are also becoming increasingly affordable.
     Visit the Solar Home to see how a solar hot water system works!


Fact Sheets (Acrobat Reader Required)

     Federal Tax Incentives

     Solar Hot Water Systems

     Building New Homes that are Ready for Solar Energy Systems

     Solar hot water benefits for commercial businesses

     Solar hot water systems for multifamily buildings

     Putting the Sun to Work for the Health Care Industry

     Sun Shines on the Hospitality Industry

     Solar energy for nonprofits: Local governments, schools and community-oriented organizations

     Introducing renewable energy into Wisconsin schools

     A sustainable energy checklist for green communities

     Solar Collectors for Preheating Air

     Farming the Sun: Small-scale solar technologies for agriculture


Case Studies (Acrobat Reader Required)

     Sun Helps Troy Gardens Bloom: Unique project combines renewable energy with affordable housing

     Comfort and Cost Savings from Clean Energy: Solar energy for new homes

     Renewable Heat for a Dream Home: Davenport Home

     Reviving a Solar Domestic Hot Water System

     Bonduel Car Wash: Solar Hot Water Systems



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