Thermal solar panels, a safe bet for the Planet

In recent years, solar panels have progressively populated the rooftops of buildings. And, undoubtedly, their presence will continue to grow. As pointed out by the latest forecasts from the International Energy Agency (IEA), the share of renewables in the global electricity supply will increase from 26% in 2018 to 44% in 2040.

At Núñez i Navarro, we are committed to smart and sustainable architecture that includes the responsible management of energy resources. That's why, in our developments, we incorporate energy efficiency improvement systems such as thermal solar panels that help reduce electricity consumption.

And the fact is that limiting the devastating effects of climate change necessarily involves opting for the consumption of renewable energies that do not produce greenhouse gases or polluting emissions. In this regard, solar energy, like all renewables, is a clean and inexhaustible source that is increasingly competitive and contributes to reducing energy dependence, positioning itself as a great ally against environmental degradation.

But do you really know what thermal solar panels are?

Broadly speaking, we can say that thermal solar panels or collectors are technological devices that have been designed to absorb the Sun's energy and convert it into heat. The temperature achieved allows heating water, which is stored and preserved in thermally insulated accumulators to be used later. The most frequent use of thermal solar panels is to contribute to the generation of domestic hot water (DHW) for use in residential homes as well as in institutions or businesses.

What benefits do thermal solar panels provide:

1. Zero pollutant emissions: Unlike other sources, solar panels do not generate pollutant emissions, either directly or indirectly.
2. Energy saving: Beyond the initial investment required for their installation, solar panels allow for significant energy savings in the medium term.
3. Without noise. Solar panels are silent unlike conventional electric generators.
4. Compatible with other types of energy. Solar thermal panels can coexist with other types of conventional energy installations.
5. They work with a power source available worldwide. The sun is an inexhaustible energy source (it is expected to continue emitting energy for millions of years) available worldwide.

At Núñez i Navarro, we firmly maintain our commitment to sustainability, which is why, in addition to installing solar panels in our developments, all our new projects come with the highest energy certifications, the most efficient in terms of CO2 emissions. In these projects, we implement solutions that contribute to the reduction of the carbon footprint, responsible water and energy resource management; and we apply systems for greater thermal performance that lead to a reduction in electrical consumption.

The goal of achieving architectural integration of the solar energy system and maximum energy-saving performance defines the type of system to be installed, whether it be thermal solar panels or vacuum tubes. Both systems are optimal for saving thermal energy.