In the energy optimization market, many solutions are available. However, not all adequately meet the needs of individuals or businesses looking to maximize their solar energy self-consumption. Here’s why Soliseco outshines indirect competitors such as thermodynamic water heaters and storage batteries.
1. A More Economical and Accessible Solution
Compared to Thermodynamic Water Heaters
Thermodynamic water heaters are often considered eco-friendly because they use ambient air to heat water. However, they come with several limitations:
- Electricity Dependence: They require a constant power supply, even if their consumption is lower than conventional systems.
- Inflexible Solar Use: Thermodynamic water heaters consume fixed amounts of electricity and cannot optimize solar energy utilization as Soliseco does.
- Complex Installation: While Soliseco adapts to existing setups, thermodynamic water heaters often require replacing current systems and take up more space.
- The thermodynamic water heater requires more space and requires heavier work than Soliseco, which can result in less comfort than Soliseco. Indeed, Soliseco can easily be installed as close as possible to the points of use.
- Reduced efficiency in winter: These devices lose performance when outside temperatures are low.
- Thermodynamic water heaters use refrigerant gases that have a high greenhouse effect. As European legislation is increasingly restrictive, some devices will not be easy to maintain or repair in the future.
- Initial cost: Their installation and maintenance involve higher costs than Soliseco.
- Thermodynamic boilers use compressors, which are mechanical components that can generate vibrations and noise. Compressors are also subject to wear and potential failure, which may impact reliability and return on investment. Soliseco operates without a compressor and is completely silent.
- Thermodynamic boilers are generally efficient up to about 55°C. To reach higher temperatures, they switch to electric resistance heating. As the water temperature increases, the coefficient of performance (COP) decreases. Above 55°C, heating is handled entirely by the electric element.
- Additionally, thermodynamic systems require a warm air source to extract energy. This may involve installing ductwork to access outside air or using air from a basement or boiler room. In the latter case, the space may cool down, potentially increasing humidity or reducing the effectiveness of indoor clothes drying.
Advantages of Soliseco:
- Uses surplus solar energy directly, without relying on external electricity.
- Delivers consistent efficiency regardless of the season by connecting to your photovoltaic production.
- Lower installation costs make it more accessible for households and businesses.
Compared to Storage Batteries
Storage batteries save surplus energy for later use, but they come with significant drawbacks:
- High Initial Costs: Battery systems typically cost between €5,000 and €10,000, which is prohibitive for many households.
- Limited Lifespan: Batteries degrade over time and often need replacement every 8 to 12 years, increasing long-term costs.
- Operating Limitations: Most domestic batteries only function optimally between 30% and 80% capacity, requiring careful management.
- Efficiency Loss: They cannot be fully charged or discharged without risking damage, limiting their usability to between 10% and 90% of their stated capacity.
Advantages of Soliseco:
- Immediately converts surplus solar energy into heat (for water or space heating) without requiring costly storage systems.
- No reliance on lithium-ion components, resulting in a longer lifespan and lower replacement costs.
- Significantly lower initial investment and lifetime expenses.
2. Superior Energy Optimization
Minimizing Photovoltaic Drop-Off
When your solar panels produce more energy than you consume, the surplus is fed back into the grid, often at a low resale price. In some cases, if the energy isn’t immediately needed by a neighbor, it results in photovoltaic drop-off—energy wasted due to lack of immediate demand.
Advantages of Soliseco:
- Reduces drop-off by converting unused energy into heat or hot water, maximizing every watt generated.
- Increases energy autonomy and lowers bills by fully leveraging your solar production.
Precise and Intelligent Management
Soliseco offers adjustable power regulation ranging from 0% to 100%, ensuring tailored optimization to match daily consumption patterns. Unlike thermodynamic water heaters and batteries, it adapts instantly to user habits for maximum efficiency.
3. An Ecological and Sustainable Solution
Unlike storage batteries, which rely on rare materials like lithium, or thermodynamic water heaters that consume non-renewable electricity:
- Soliseco uses 100% green energy, directly from your solar panels.
- It reduces your carbon footprint without generating waste from battery replacements or external electricity use.
4. Intuitive Control and Advanced Customization
Thanks to the Soliseco app, you enjoy total transparency and real-time control:
- Monitor your energy consumption and savings with clear dashboards.
- Plan and customize your energy needs with different modes (e.g., Boost, Normal, Sleep).
- Avoid extra costs tied to power surges by managing your capacity-based tariffs efficiently.
No other indirect solution, such as batteries or thermodynamic water heaters, offers such an intuitive and flexible interface for managing energy use.
5. A Future-Proof Investment
With Soliseco, you benefit from a solution designed to adapt to the evolving energy landscape and your future needs:
- Compatible with multiple Soliseco devices, ensuring flexibility for complex homes or buildings.
- Prepared for a future where energy optimization is essential due to rising electricity costs and stricter self-consumption regulations.
Why Choose Soliseco?
In summary, here’s why Soliseco surpasses indirect competitors:
- Lower Investment Costs: Compared to batteries or thermodynamic water heaters.
- Immediate Efficiency: No need for complex storage systems or external electricity dependence.
- Complete Solar Optimization: Eliminates energy waste through intelligent regulation.
- Eco-Friendly Impact: A sustainable, durable solution that respects the environment.
- Ease of Use: Intuitive control and versatile functionality for heating and hot water.
Choosing Soliseco means investing in an innovative, cost-effective, and eco-conscious solution tailored to today’s and tomorrow’s energy needs.