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Module Lessons
Environmental Technology Systems
Renewable Technology Legislation & Planning
Solar Thermal: Components & Operation
Solar Thermal: Siting, Permissions & Benefits
Ground Source Heat Pumps: Loop Types
GSHP: Siting, Permissions & Benefits
Air Source Heat Pumps: Siting, Permissions & Benefits
Biomass Heating: Siting, Permissions & Benefits
Micro-CHP: Working Principle & Siting
Rainwater Harvesting: Process & Installation
Rainwater Harvesting: Permissions & Benefits
Grey Water Reuse: System Types & Installation
Grey Water Reuse: Permissions & Benefits
Solar PV: Working Principles & Siting
Solar PV: Permissions & Benefits
Micro-Wind: Turbines, Siting & Permissions
Micro-Hydro: Siting, Permissions & Benefits
Lesson Overview
Correct siting, regulatory compliance, and structural planning are essential for installing solar thermal hot water systems efficiently in domestic properties.
Learning Objectives
Determine the optimum collector orientation, pitch angle, and shading considerations.
Identify the planning permission criteria for permitted development on domestic dwellings.
Explain Building Regulations compliance, system compatibility, and core installation benefits.
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