- 70%
Energy Savings with Solar, Battery, Hot Water Solutions
A Complete Home Energy Transformation: Slashing Bills and Reducing Carbon Footprint with ThinkEnergy. The Miller Family’s Story of Maximizing Energy Savings with Solar, Battery, and Hot Water Solutions
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About Heat Pump Solution
The Miller family, living in a spacious home in Newcastle, NSW, were increasingly concerned about their rising energy bills. They were a family of five with high hot water usage, and their reliance on electricity for heating and cooling was taking a toll on their budget. They also wanted to reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future.
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The challenge
The Millers sought a comprehensive solution that would address their high energy consumption and environmental concerns. They wanted to reduce their reliance on the grid, lower their electricity and hot water bills, and make their home more energy-efficient.
Products Used:
- Sungrow, GE, Hyundai
THE SOLUTION
Maximised Opportunity
ThinkEnergy designed and installed a 14kW solar panel system with a 10kWh battery storage system for the Miller family. To further enhance their energy savings, a heat pump solar hot water system was also integrated into the solution. This allowed the Millers to maximize their use of solar energy for both electricity and hot water.
85%
Reduction in Electricity Bill
70%
Reduction on gas bills
$3.5k
Annual Savings
Overcoming Challenges
Initially, the Millers were concerned about the space required for the solar panels and hot water system. However, ThinkEnergy’s experts conducted a thorough assessment of their property and designed a system that maximized available space without compromising on aesthetics. The installation was completed smoothly and efficiently, with minimal disruption to the family’s daily life.
The Miller family’s experience demonstrates the power of a holistic approach to home energy solutions. By combining solar, battery storage, and a heat pump solar hot water system, they have achieved significant savings, increased energy independence, and made their home more sustainable.
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- The Millers have experienced a staggering 85% reduction in their electricity bills, saving them over $3,500 annually.
- Additionally, their gas bills have been reduced by 70% due to the solar hot water system.
- The combined solar and heat pump system has significantly improved the energy efficiency of their home
- By transitioning to solar energy for both electricity and hot water, the Millers have drastically reduced their carbon footprint, contributing to a cleaner environment.