Another Use for Double Glazing

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Energy specialists, theEnergyCrowd, have found that energy efficient double glazing can cause glazed rooms, such as conservatories, to become very hot, as well as reducing the amount of heat lost through windows and doors. They have recently reported on a new use for this excess heat.

theEnergyCrowd have stated that a solar chimney can be fitted to the side of a house, extracting the warm air, spreading it through the house. The chimney itself is double glazed, allowing it to reach temperatures of up to 40 degrees Centigrade. A fan will help the air to circulate around the home, and only works when the sun is shining.

The recent ‘big freeze’ in the UK has meant that households are using double the amount of energy they are used to, according to engineer and founder of theEnergyCrowd, Paul Kruger. He states that this passive solar technology could be a fantastic opportunity for the double glazing industry.

Kruger explained that over 39% of non-transport energy is being used on heating domestic spaces, so this low cost technology could be the perfect way for people to make their homes and energy usage more green.

theEnergyCrowd are also looking into developing technology that will help to keep conservatories cool during the summer. A full working model is planned to be installed sometime this year, working by collecting excess heat and using it to warm the ground around the house.