ABSTRACT

In cool climates you can use the sun to generate between 40 and 60 per cent of your space and water heating requirements. With little or no additional construction costs, you can increase this percentage. Depending on your budget and how you configure your home and heating systems. There are many variables determining your solar percentage: site orientation, solar access, the emphasis you put on solar capability in your design, the energy efficiency of your structure, your ‘comfort zone' and your lifestyle.