Manufactured by China Himin Solar Energy Group, these low-tech solar heaters have supplied endless flow of hot water to Dezhou city. These rooftop solar heaters by capturing the sun’s energy provide hot water for baths and washing to the city.
These heaters are to be seen at least in 30 million Chinese households and accounted for around 80 percent of the world market last year.
One of the most commendable feature on the heater is that it can even work at temperatures well below freezing and under cloudy or smog-choked skies. Prices range from 1,500 yuan ($190) to 18,000 yuan ($2,250).
It also has a lot to contribute on the renewable energy front.
