Frequently Asked Questions
General FAQs
- What is renewable energy?
- What is a carbon footprint?
- What renewable energy systems can I install on my home?
- Why is carbon dioxide bad for the environment?
- What is global warming/climate change?
- What can I do to help?
- Will renewable energy ever run out?
- Can renewable energy provide all my energy needs?
- Is the Eco Energi consultation free?
- What does the consultation consist of?
- How have the units of fuel been converted into kWh for your consultations?
- How have the CO2 emissions been calculated in your carbon footprint calculations?
- What funding can I get to help with costs of installing renewable energy?
- Why should I choose to use Eco Energi?
Solar Photovoltaic FAQs
- What is solar photovoltaic (PV)?
- How much energy can I get?
- What happens to energy that is produced, but not needed?
- Does solar PV require maintenance?
- What happens if there is a power outage on the grid?
- What if I don`t want traditional modules on the roof?
- What lifetime can I expect from PV
Solar Thermal FAQs
- What is solar water heating?
- How much does a solar thermal system cost?
- How long does it take to install?
- How long will I be without water during installation?
- What about my existing hot water cylinder?
- How much carbon dioxide emissions does solar thermal save?
- What temperature will my solar heated water reach?
- Is there an issue with systems freezing?
- What direction does my roof have to face?
- What are flat plate collectors and evacuated tubes?
- Will I need planning permission?
- What about maintenance?
Wind Power FAQs
- What is a wind turbine?
- Are wind turbines noisy?
- What materials are wind turbines made from?
- How strong does the wind have to blow for a turbine to work?
- How long do wind turbines last?
- How much energy does a wind turbine produce?
- Does twice the wind speed mean twice the energy captured?
- What happens when there is no wind?
- Are birds at risk if I install a wind turbine?
- Do I need planning permission?
- What are the maintenance requirements of a wind turbine?



