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Renewable Heating Glossary
HVAC: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems play a crucial role in maintaining indoor comfort and air quality in residential, commercial, and industrial spaces. These systems regulate temperature, humidity, and air circulation, ensuring a healthy and efficient environment. From thermostats and ductwork to heat pumps and air handlers, HVAC technology continues to evolve, offering energy-efficient solutions for modern living.
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Absorber
A component of a solar thermal collector that absorbs the sun’s radiation and converts it into heat.
Air Circulator
A device used to move air around a room or building and commonly used to improve airflow and ventilation.
Air Filter
A device composed of fibrous materials designed to remove solid particles (such as dust, pollen, and bacteria) from the air.
Air Handler
A device used to regulate and circulate air as part of an HVAC system.
Air Source
A type of heat pump that extracts heat from the air and transfers it elsewhere to raise or lower the temperature of a space.
Alternative Energy
Energy generated in ways that are less harmful to the environment because they are not as dependent on finite natural resources, such as fossil fuels.
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Barrier Energy
The energy given up by an electron in penetrating the cell barrier; a measure of the electrostatic potential of the barrier.
Base Load
The average amount of electric power that a utility must supply in any period.
Biomass Energy
Renewable energy created from organic materials. In heating, this often refers to using organic materials like wood pellets in a biomass boiler.
BTU (British Thermal Unit)
A measure of heat energy in HVAC systems. It is the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit.
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Circulation Pump
An electric pump that circulates hot water through the pipes of a heating system.
Clean Energy Solutions
In the HVAC sector, the use of renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and geothermal energy to power heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
Coil
A series of pipe loops where heat exchange occurs in a heat pump.
Compressor
A device that increases the pressure of the refrigerant gas in a heat pump, allowing the gas to release its heat as it condenses back to a liquid.
Condenser
A component in the refrigeration cycle that removes heat from the system. The refrigerant gas is cooled and converted back to a liquid in the condenser.
Conventional Water Heating Systems
Traditional water heating systems that use gas, oil, or electricity. They include tankless coil water heaters, gas water heaters, electric water heaters, and heat pump water heaters.
COP (Coefficient of Performance)
The ratio of useful heat movement per work input. Used as a measure of efficiency for heat pumps.
Copper Tubes
Used in solar thermal collectors to transport the heat transfer fluid from the collector to the storage tank.
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Decarbonisation /Decarbonization
The process of reducing carbon emissions, often in reference to transitioning from fossil fuel-based systems to renewable energy systems.
Ductwork
The system of ducts (pipes or channels) in a building that delivers and removes air. This includes supply air, return air, and exhaust air.
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Energy Conservation
The practice of reducing energy consumption by optimizing performance.
Energy Transition
The shift from traditional fossil fuels to renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and geothermal energy.
Enamel Coated Tank
A tank coated with enamel to provide anti-corrosion protection for metal surfaces.
Evaporator
The part of a heat pump where the refrigerant absorbs heat from the surroundings and evaporates from a liquid to a gas.
Evaporator Coil
A part of the HVAC system where the refrigerant evaporates as it absorbs heat from the indoor air.
Expansion Valve
A component of a heat pump system that regulates refrigerant flow and maintains correct pressure and temperature.
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Flexible Pipes
Used in plumbing systems to connect the hot water tank to the rest of the plumbing system.
Flow Rate
The volume of fluid that passes through a given cross-sectional area per unit time, affecting the performance of the collector.
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Geyser
A type of water heater that uses natural gas or propane to heat water.
Geothermal Energy
Heat derived from the Earth, used directly for heating or to generate electricity.
Glass Wool
A type of insulation material made from glass fibers to insulate the absorber plate and prevent heat loss.
Greenhouse Effect
The warming of the Earth's surface and troposphere caused by certain gases in the air.
Ground Source (Geothermal) Heat Pump
A type of heat pump that uses the earth as a heat source in winter or a heat sink in summer.
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Heat Pump
A device that transfers heat energy from a source to a thermal reservoir.
Hot Water Cylinder
A storage tank, usually made of copper or stainless steel, insulated to prevent heat loss.
HSPF (Heating Seasonal Performance Factor)
The total heating output of a heat pump (including supplementary electric heat) compared to total electricity consumed during the same period.
HVAC
Stands for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning. The technology of indoor and vehicular environmental comfort.
Hydronic Heating Systems
A system that uses water or steam to carry heat from the heat source to the space to be heated.
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Inverter
An electronic device that converts direct current (DC) to alternating current (AC).
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Low Iron Tempered Glass
A type of high-clarity glass made from silica with very low iron content.
Heat Pumps: Heating and Cooling Solutions
Heat pumps are versatile systems that provide both heating and cooling by transferring heat rather than generating it. Using refrigerant and a cycle of evaporation and condensation, they efficiently move heat between indoor and outdoor environments. Air source and ground source (geothermal) heat pumps offer energy-efficient alternatives to traditional heating and cooling methods, making them a sustainable choice for modern buildings.
Solar Power: Harnessing the Sun for a Sustainable Future
Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that converts sunlight into electricity through photovoltaic (PV) technology or concentrated solar power systems. Solar panels, made up of individual solar cells, generate electricity that can be used directly or stored for later use. With advancements in solar inverters, large-scale solar arrays, and efficient operations and maintenance (O&M) practices, solar energy is playing a key role in the transition to sustainable and alternative energy solutions
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Magnesium Anode
A sacrificial anode installed in a hot water tank to protect it from corrosion.
Monoblock
A single-unit heat pump that contains all components in one system, typically installed outside a home.
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Operations and Maintenance (O&M)
The ongoing operational needs of a solar system, including cleaning, repairs, and part replacement.
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Photovoltaic (PV)
A technology that converts sunlight directly into electricity.
Polyurethane
A type of foam used in hot water tanks for moisture resistance and thermal insulation.
PVT (PV-T)
Photovoltaic-thermal hybrid solar collectors that generate both electricity and heat from sunlight.
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Radiant Heating
A method of heating where heat emanates from floor or wall panels, providing warmth to a room.
Refrigerant
A substance or mixture used in a heat pump and refrigeration cycle that changes phase from gas to liquid and back.
Renewable Heat
Heat generated from renewable sources such as solar power, geothermal energy, or biomass.
Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI)
A payment system for generating heat from renewable energy sources in England, Scotland, and Wales.
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SEDBUK
Seasonal Efficiency of Domestic Boilers in the UK, a rating system for energy efficiency.
SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio)
A measure of cooling efficiency for air conditioning systems and heat pumps.
Serpentine
A coil of copper tubing installed inside domestic hot water tanks and connected to a boiler.
Solar Array
A collection of multiple solar panels connected together in larger solar power systems.
Solar Cell
A semiconductor device that converts sunlight directly into electricity.
Solar Collector
A component of a solar water heater that absorbs sunlight to heat water.
Solar Heat Energy
Thermal energy from the sun collected and used for heating and cooling applications.
Solar Heating & Cooling (SHC) Technologies
Technologies that collect thermal energy from the sun for heating and cooling services.
Solar Hot Water Storage Tank
A storage tank that holds heat from solar thermal collectors.
Solar Inverter
A device that converts DC output from a solar cell or array into AC.
Solar Keymark Certificate
Certification for solar thermal products meeting European standards.
Solar Panel
A group of solar cells linked together to generate electricity.
Solar Thermal Collector
A device that captures solar radiation to heat a fluid.
Solar Water Heaters
Devices that use solar energy to heat water.
SSRC - Solar Collection Certification and Rating
Organization for developing certification programs for solar equipment.
System Boilers
A type of central heating boiler requiring a separate hot water storage cylinder.
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Thermal Energy
Energy from heat, generated by the movement of tiny particles within an object.
Thermal Energy Storage
A technology that stores thermal energy for later heating and cooling applications.
Thermosiphon Unit
A type of solar water heating system that uses natural convection to circulate water.
Thermostat
A device that regulates temperature to maintain a set-point.
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Water-Storage Tank
A container where hot water is stored after being heated.
