The best suited solar water heater systems for northern climates are the Active Closed-Loop and the Passive Systems. Research has shown that the Passive ProgressivTube is the most cost effective system even in cold climates:
ProgressivTube:
- Purchase price and cost of maintenance is lower
- Has the greatest return on your investment
- Reduce hot water energy costs up to 100%
| COMPARE |
Passive ProgressivTube |
Active Closed Loop |
|
Average Cost |
$2,000 |
$4,000 |
|
Average operation per year |
7-12 months |
12 months* |
|
Cost of operation savings per year |
$500 |
$600 |
|
Investment return |
25% per $1.00 |
15% per $1.00 |
