Similar to solar panels, solar tiles are a different and discreet way to store clean and electrical energy. But, above all, a way to save on electricity.
In Spain there is increasing commitment to renewable energy and systems that can produce energy for our homes in a more economical and environmentally friendly way. Examples of this are solar tiles, solar panels…
Los solar panels They are one of the great bets for a long time. There are already many homes that have incorporated them, as long as the circumstances for it exist, and they are not only saving on their electricity bill, but they can even sell surplus energy to electricity companies.
solar tiles
Another system that is beginning to be heard about is solar tiles, an interesting sustainable bet. Is about tiles or tiles that incorporate mini-solar panels insidein various forms and templates.
The Basic principle of solar roof tiles is the same as that of conventional solar panels. That is, photovoltaic cells absorb sunlight to produce a flow of free electrons, which gives rise to the generation of an electrical current that can power electrical equipment. The difference between solar roof tiles and solar panels is mainly their manufacturing.
In general, there are two kinds of solar tiles: thermal, which are responsible for producing heating and hot water or photovoltaic, which are responsible for producing electricity. There are also hybrid roof tiles, which, like hybrid solar panels, are a single system that generates heat and electricity.
Advantages of solar tiles:
- Easy aesthetic adaptation to roofs. Given its shape, size and the natural inclination of the roofs, it is imperceptible from the street.
- Significant savings on electricity and gas bills.
- You can store the energy you generate in solar batteriesthere are already some that are marketed for the domestic market at an affordable price.
- If any solar tile breaks or fails, can be changed individually without affecting the wholeor the installation.
- They can be installed both on sloping roofs (recommended), and also on roofs where the orientation is not ideal.
- It does not require a very cumbersome installation processsince one option is to place them on the existing roof, although it can also be installed in a new construction.
Disadvantages of solar tiles:
- At present it is more expensive technology compared to solar panels.
- The initial investment for its installation is largealthough the idea is that it is amortized over time.
- solar tiles they are more difficult to clean and maintaindue to its difficulty in access.
Given the size of a tile, it is estimated that about 15 solar tiles are needed per square meter of roof area. And keep in mind that all these individual modules must be connected separately.
Regarding its performance, experts estimate that most shingles produce between 13 and 63 watts of power. The number of shingles in a typical home roof installation can reduce utility bills by 40-70%; if more tiles are added, power production can be increased.
The generation of electricity obtained through solar tiles allows the roof to be amortized in a reasonable period of time. Manufacturer’s warranties must cover a 25-year useful life, Sufficient time to fully amortize the investment.
In Spain already There are several companies that sell this type of tiles, although there is still not a large market for it.. Regarding its price, it is somewhat subjective because it all depends on the type of tile chosen, the power that you want to install, and even the state of the home. For example, if we are talking about a remodeling or a new structure.
From Healthy Housing always We are committed to clean energy and innovationwith the aim of having homes that are more respectful of the environment and with a better quality of life for its inhabitants.