Project Overview
Better Planet was selected to design, supply, install, and commission a fully integrated air source heat pump and solar PV system for a detached property in East London. The homeowner sought an energy-efficient solution to reduce reliance on fossil fuels, cut energy costs, and increase the property’s resilience to power cuts. The solution provided by Better Planet included:
- 12kW Vaillant aroTHERM Plus Air Source Heat Pump – Delivers efficient heating, reducing the home’s carbon footprint.
- 300L Vaillant uniSTOR Hot Water Cylinder – Ensures a reliable supply of hot water.
- 3.915kWp Solar PV System – Generates clean, renewable energy throughout the year.
- 13kWh Tesla Powerwall II Battery Storage Pack – Stores excess solar power and provides backup energy, improving energy independence.
Focus on Renewable Efficiency
By prioritising renewable energy efficiency, we designed a system that maximizes the use of clean energy, even during peak heating demands. Integrating the air source heat pump, solar panels, and battery storage creates a synergistic effect that reduces grid dependency, cuts energy costs, and enhances resilience against power cuts. The Tesla Powerwall II enables the property to store solar energy generated during the day, ensuring that valuable electricity is preserved for high-demand periods, such as cold winter nights when the heat pump’s demand is highest but solar output is low.
Addressing Seasonality Challenges
One of the key challenges for renewable energy systems in the UK is seasonality. Winter months bring shorter days and reduced sunlight, which can limit solar panel output. However, by coupling the Tesla Powerwall II with the air source heat pump and solar PV system, this property can capture and store any available solar energy for later use. This integration is crucial for maintaining high renewable energy efficiency, even during winter when electricity demand peaks.
Project Highlights and Benefits
- Increased Efficiency and Reduced Energy Bills: The integration of a 12kW air source heat pump and solar PV system provides sustainable energy that significantly lowers energy bills.
- Greater Energy Independence: The 13kWh Tesla Powerwall II stores renewable energy, ensuring energy availability during grid outages and peak demand periods.
- Reduced Environmental Impact: By leveraging a renewable energy system, this property minimizes fossil fuel reliance, making a positive environmental impact.
- Future-Proofing Against Rising Energy Costs: With this renewable solution, the property is better protected against future increases in energy prices.
Why Choose an Integrated Renewable Solution for Your Home?
This East London project demonstrates how an air source heat pump combined with solar panels and battery storage can achieve high renewable efficiency. Homeowners gain enhanced energy security, lower bills, and a smaller carbon footprint—all key benefits of sustainable home solutions. Embracing such a system ensures that your property remains energy-efficient, cost-effective, and prepared for a greener future.
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Location: East London
