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Local Knowledge About Passive Solar Space Heating

Taking conservation measures first will save you more money than solar systems. But solar energy systems don't have to be complicated or expensive to do an effective job of saving energy. Passive solar systems, unlike active solar systems, require no significant mechanical equipment and operate without any external power. Instead, they rely on natural heat movement through convection, conduction and radiation. Although passive solar heating is best incorporated into a house during the initial design, the concepts of passive solar heating can also be used when remodeling or adding to your home.