Is solar a good alternative for power generation?

Amongst all the compelling reasons why solar is a good alternative for power generation, we believe the three most compelling reasons for any South African today are:

1. Most areas in South Africa average more than 2 500 hours of sunshine per year, and average solar-radiation levels range between 4.5 and 6.5kWh/m2 in one day.
2. Unreliable national grid.
3. Environmentally friendly – there are no emissions.

Why is solar not better utilised in South Africa?

With so many reasons to embrace solar, the uptake in South Africa has been incredibly slow and we believe this is due to the upfront costs of installation, because once installed, the savings are huge.

At Sunhire, we believe in seeking ways to constantly improve our lives in the most sustainable way.  By harnessing the power of the sun, we are making less negative impact on the planet while keeping our homes and offices powered, for less.

Not only will a solar installation be more cost effective in the long run, it will also add value to your property as future buyers will certainly be looking for properties that are off the grid or at least less grid dependant.

What is the best way to start making use of solar power?

If you are keen to go solar, but feel that the initial costs are prohibitive, we have the solution for you.

By renting your solar installation, you get to enjoy the benefits of solar without having to make a large upfront payment.  In addition, our approved installers deploy off-site monitoring for the duration of your rental to ensure the equipment is performing optimally. Included is annual maintenance and inspection to ensure your solution is performing optimally.

Sources:

http://www.energy.gov.za/