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reasonsforhope · 21 days
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"Heat stored underground in caverns can be set aside in Finland’s summer months to be re-used during frigid winters thanks to a state-of-the-art ‘seasonal energy’ storage facility.
Slated for construction this summer near Helsinki, it will be the largest in the world by all standards and contain enough thermal energy to heat a medium-sized city all winter.
Thermal exchange heating systems, like those built underground, or domestic heat pumps, are seen as the most effective way available of reducing the climate-impact of home heating and cooling.
Their function relies on natural forces or energy recycling to cool down or heat up water and then using it to radiate hot or cold energy into a dwelling.
In Vantaa, Finland’s fourth largest city neighboring the capital of Helsinki, the ambitious Varanto seasonal energy storage project plans to store cheap and environmental friendly waste heat from datacenters, cooling processes, and waste-to-energy assets in underground caverns where it can be used to heat buildings via the district heating network whenever it is needed.
In Finland and other Nordic countries, the heat consumption varies significantly between seasons. Heat consumption in the summertime is only about one-tenth of the peak load consumption during the cold winter months.
Varanto will utilize underground caverns equal in space to two Maddison Square Gardens—over a million cubic meters—filled with water heated by this waste heat and pressure that will allow the water to reach temperatures of up to 300 degrees Fahrenheit without the water boiling or evaporating.
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“The world is undergoing a huge energy transition. Wind and solar power have become vital technologies in the transition from fossil fuels to clean energy,” says Vantaa Energy CEO Jukka Toivonen.
“The biggest challenge of the energy transition so far has been the inability to store these intermittent forms of energy for later use. Unfortunately, small-scale storage solutions, such as batteries or accumulators, are not sufficient; large, industrial-scale storage solutions are needed. Varanto is an excellent example of this, and we are happy to set an example for the rest of the world.” ...
“Two 60-MW electric boilers will be built in conjunction with Varanto,” adds Toivonen. “These boilers will be used to produce heat from renewable electricity when electricity is abundant and cheap. Our heat-producing system will work like a hybrid car: alternating between electricity and other forms of production, depending on what is most advantageous and efficient at the time.”
... Construction of the storage facility’s entrance is expected to start in summer 2024, while it could be operational as early as 2028."
-via Good News Network, April 12, 2024. Video via VantaanEnergia, March 10, 2024
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tusks-and-claws · 11 months
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Now that I got the mean Miguel stuff out of my system, my heart wants softer/domestic Miguel so here are some nsfw(18+) headcanons/imagines under the cut :3
♡ You stay over at Miguel's place for the first time and you decide to wear one of his shirts (after he pulls all your clothes off and has some fun with you) and it's gigantic on you, you're swimming in it, but he's obsessed with the way it hangs from your frame and the way you look in his clothes. You move to the kitchen to make a midnight snack and he can't help but hike up the hem of his shirt while it's on you and bend you over the countertop, his hand on the small of your back. He goes slower than he did earlier because he knows that your muscles are sore. He's so sweet during round two, whispering endearments to you while he impales you on his thick cock all over again. When you eventually have to leave, he waits just a little bit longer than usual to throw that shirt in the laundry. After all, it still smells like you
♡ If you tell him you're sore, he'll run a hot bath for you, but he'll be in there waiting. He watches fondly as you undress, and he sighs contentedly when you submerge yourself and settle between his legs. He holds you close to him, your back against his hard chest, and you can feel the rising and falling of his breaths and the steady beating of his heart. You feel his cock harden and press against your back as his hands travel under the water to touch you. It's not long before his big hands are on your hips, guiding you as you sink down onto his length. He wants to bite your shoulder so badly as you gently rock back and forth on him, but he opts for planting heated kisses there instead
♡ He really isn't very good at cooking, but he's a decent baker. After all, baking really is more of a science. While he's trying a new recipe, he scoops up some of the batter onto his fingertip and holds it out for you to try. It's good, you tell him as much, but he's far too distracted by the way your mouth closed around his finger and lingered there a little too long. You can see the slightly flushed look on his face, and you start pulling his sweatpants down as he backs up against the counter, letting you get to your knees. You feel him get fully hard while he's inside your mouth. He grips the counter with white knuckles. When he cums, and you swallow every drop of him, he brings you back up to your feet and kisses you with abandon. What was he doing? Baking? Who cares anymore
♡ His apartment in Nueva York is so high up, that it's daunting even for people that aren't scared of heights. Getting too close to the windows sometimes makes you nervous, but Miguel assures you there's nothing to be afraid of, that the glass is thick and strong. To prove it to you, he fucks you against it, holding you up with your back to the glass. Your head spins from the skyline in your peripheral vision, but he makes sure you don't look down, saying "eyes on me, I've got you." Not once does he falter as he pumps into you, his strength never betrays you. Suddenly, heights don't seem so scary
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mouthfullofmunson · 19 hours
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After work
Summary: Eddie has another late night at work and needs to unwind. Some cute domestic fluffiness with lots of smut ❤️‍🔥
The apartment is dark with a light flown from the television static that’s been on for the past hour and a half.
The door finally cracks open after being sealed shut all day, the hinges hissing almost like they are relieved to finally stretch. The smack of boots on the floor introduced a new sound in the apartment other than static rolling and stove burners hissing from pasta boiling over. “Hey,” Eddie half whispers, his body achy and sore from being bent over tattooing all day.
“Hi baby.” Y/n gives a sleepy smile to her boyfriend. No matter how many times he’s told her not to wait up on late nights she always does anyways. “Dinner is done.” He gives her a small smile, tucking his boots under the little bench at the entrance before rubbing the kinks out of his neck. “Sounds perfect, thank you sweetheart.” He creeps over to Y/n, wrapping his arms around her waist and sitting his head on her shoulder. He inhales her scent, appreciating the soft power smell coming from her skin. She smells like home.
“TV is out again.” She mentions while rubbing his back. He nods, letting out a sigh before pulling away from her. “I’m going to shower, I’ll be back.” He slaps the top of the television as he walks back to their shower, a random film coming on and filling the room with a better background noise than what was previously on. “I’ll be here.” She softly calls from the kitchen, waiting to hear the water fall from the shower head.
Fifteen minutes later Eddie walks into the room, a gray towel wrapped around his waist as his long hair drips down onto the floor. “How was your shower?” He wraps his arms around her waist from behind, his skin still warm from the undoubtedly scalding hot shower water. “Relaxing.” He presses a kiss to the skin of her neck, trailing them down her arm while she tries to fold clothes.
“Yeah?” He nods, threading his fingers with hers as he pulls her around to his front. He gives a quick nod before pressing his lips to hers. He basks in the sweet warmth of her mouth on his, how delicately she kisses him like he might just break. Eddie can't help but softly laugh in her mouth at the thought. “What?” he pulls back with a tiny smirk on his face. “Nothing, sweetheart.” his hands fall to her hips where her shirt ends, his thumbs pushing it up.
“What about dinner?” Y/n asks, her arms wrapping around his neck.
“My dinner is right here” he softly jokes, pulling her shirt over her head to reveal her soft bare skin under it. The smile doesn’t leave his face, his cold hand coming to her warm breasts, his thumbs rubbing against the sensitive buds. “My pretty girl, huh? You’re so gorgeous.” Y/n’s cheeks heat up, avoiding eye contact. No matter how long they’ve been together she never gets less shy; his words always have the same effect on her.
He leads her closer to the bed, dropping his towel and laying back on the bed before he pats his thighs.
They softly laugh as they both struggle to pull down her panties, hushed whispers about how it would’ve been smarter to do it before they got on the bed.
Y/n straddles his waist, her heat hovering above him. Eddie’s hand slips down, checking if she’s wet before he slides his fingers inside of her carefully, softly grinding his palm into her clit. He watches her face, paying attention to how she reacts, her breath hitching, her chests rapidly rising and falling, her eyes blinking hard to try to stay open. He pulls his fingers out of her, sliding them into his mouth to taste her. “Tastes sweeter than ever, baby.” His hand comes back up, brushing her cheek before his thumb softly pulls at her bottom lip.
“Why don’t you put me inside? I know you want it.” She works slowly, her hand wrapping around his pink cock and pumping him a few times before lining him up and sinking down onto his big cock.
She whimpers, her mouth falling open at the feeling of him throbbing inside of her. “Fuck, sweetheart. You know how to ride me so well.” His thumb rubs her clit, making her shudder. She bounces on his cock, clenching around her. He sits up, filling her even more while making her gasp, a sob of pleasure leaving her lips. Y/n grips at his shoulder, using Eddie to balance herself. He slides his tongue inside her mouth, their tongue dancing together, Eddie swallowing down all of her moans.
“Youre so fucking wet. I can feel you dripping down me, pretty girl.” He laughs into her mouth, thrusting up into her to get her to moan his name again. His kisses fall to her chest, pressing them randomly until he gets to her nipples. His tongue teases the sensitive skin, teeth softly grazing the buds then slipping one into his mouth. He sucks at her nipple while his hand is still occupied on her clit.
“Eddie” her voice shakes, breathless as his dick hits her g-spot over and over again. “I know” he smiles, just as out of breath as she is.
His head falls back, groaning at the feeling as she picks up pace. “Keep going, sweetheart. I want to fill you up. You know just what to do, fuck.”
She grabs his arm tighter, squelching filling the rooms as she sloppily fucks him.”I’m getting close, Eddie.” she chants a mantra of his name the closer she gets.
They both moan out each other's names, Eddie's hot cum filling her pussy up. Once they calm down he gently pulls himself out of her, letting her flop back on her side of the bed.
Eddie looks over at her, a matching sleepy smile painted on both of their faces. “I love you.” Y/n kisses his hand that pushes her hair out of her face. “I love you too, Ed”
He groans like an old man as he lifts up from his spot, hovering from his spot before he sinks between her legs, admiring his milky cum that leaks from her pretty cunt. “I'll clean you up then it's lights out for me.” he swings her thighs over his shoulders, getting to work.
Sorry about the crappy ending :( I’m excited to get something out again tho! I’m actively working on other things as well and constantly have stuff In my drafts that I add onto all the time so expect that stuff too! Let me know your thoughts!!
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seren1tyhaze · 11 months
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Grenade
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PAIRING: toxic!mark x afab reader (ft hyuck)
WORD COUNT: 3.1K
SUMMARY: he's the worst person for you but you keep coming back to him, night after night, desperately hoping that he will love you back after more time spent in your arms
THANK YOU: sorry to @strwbrysunday who I definitely broke with this :) ilyyyyyy
WARNINGS: explicit smut, weed smoking, profanity, emotional manipulation, heavy angst, mark is not a very nice guy in this (sorry)
PLAYLIST: Grenade by Bruno Mars, Love on the Floor by NCT 127, Faster by NCT 127, 2 Baddies by NCT 127
This was very much inspired by a Love on the Floor fancam, particularly minute 3:20. Enjoy.
Tell the devil I say hey when you get back to where you're from
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It’s raining softly and big droplets are falling off the awning of his front step as you furiously send another text to this asshole who better not have fallen asleep in the five minutes it took you to drive over. You look up to the leaking sky just as a particularly large droplet hits your forehead, dripping down your eyebrow and into your eye. He told you not to knock, as he always did, because he thinks Johnny looked at you a little too long that one time he answered the door before Mark could run down the stairs. You might not be his but that didn’t mean someone else could have you.
The door suddenly swings open and he’s standing there, baggy black sweatpants hanging low and a crisp white tee hanging perfectly on his broad shoulders. He has a smug smile on his face as he leans against the door jam, sleeve riding up on his arm to show his nearly completed half sleeve of dark ink. His shirt peaks up too, showing skin on his hip and the Supreme logo at the band of his boxers. 
“I’m getting soaked out here, bitch,” you mumble as you push past him harshly, stepping out of your shoes and hanging your jacket on the hook you always use. There’s something weirdly domestic about draping it over Mark’s leather jacket he wears when he takes his motorcycle to work. 
He rolls his eyes at you and ruffles the longer black strands of hair in his eyes before turning without another look at you to walk up the stairs. He takes two at a time and you get the first (but not last of tonight) look at the reason you’re here - his deliciously thick ass.
He flops down on his bed and is scrolling through his phone, head propped up against his headboard and one leg up on his thin comforter. His shirt is hiked up on his waist and his tight ab muscles are on display as he draws lazy circles over his stomach with his other hand.
Turning away from him, you drop your hands to your waist, pulling your oversized hoodie over your head, leaving you standing in your leggings and cotton bralette. You move some stuff on his desk to put your bag down, taking a swig from your water bottle before approaching the bed slowly. The door is cracked open, another habit you’ve noticed from him in the times you’ve visited the house. He liked to have an audience, if only to just hear Jaehyun comment how good you look naked later or witness the awkward moment when you locked eyes with a nervous Jeno as he used their shared bathroom in the hallway while Mark pounds into you in doggy style.
If someone had told you six months ago that you would be desperately driving over to spend the night with the rude but incredibly hot cashier at your local gas station, you would have laughed in their face. You first met when he had helped you with the finicky air pump for your tires one afternoon after work, bending down to unscrew the caps and giving you an unreal view of his tight pants. The band of his boxers rose up high on his slim waist and his round ass cheeks were prominent under the denim, straining at the plush muscle. You had felt your cheeks heat in the moment, a loud gulp building in your throat as you forced yourself to look elsewhere.
He had let you take the gum you were buying for free and grabbed your phone when you reached under the plexiglass, adding himself as “M” and handing it back with a devious smirk.
Later that night you were moaning his name loudly in the backseat of your car after he asked you to pick him up from a bar downtown. You knew you were done for when he shoved his slender fingers, covered in your own arousal, into your mouth, swirling them around and almost making you gag as he brushed the roof of your mouth with the pads of his fingertips. Yeah, this guy was going to be a really big problem.
Everything was on Mark’s terms, especially when it came to getting off. Edging was his middle name and he rarely let you have multiple orgasms in one night. He was rough, dragging you down to your knees by the back of your neck, kneading your skin harshly as he pushed his cock deeper into your mouth.
He especially tortured you when it came to touching your favorite part of his body. He knew you were obsessed with his full and perky ass, feeling your eyes on him every time he walked away from you. Sometimes he would even walk backwards with a huge grin on his face and a shake of his head.
On the rare occasion he would be relentlessly railing into you in missionary, you would feel your hands instinctively come up to grope him and he would pin your arms down, harshly grunting out, “Only good girls get rewarded with cake.”
Tonight is nothing different, he’s actively ignoring you with just a hand on your thigh, dangerously close to the crotch of the thin athletic fabric clinging to your legs. He’s tracing what feels to be an infinity symbol and you can feel goosebumps start to prick up on your arms. You chalk it up to being shirtless in the cool, stale air of his bedroom rather than any sort of physical (emotional? fuck.) response to his touch.
You take a long drag from your dab pen before tossing it on the table next to the bed, feeling him shift as he finally sets his phone down.
Without any words he leans over, mouthing at your bare shoulder before stretching his arm out to steal a hit from your pen and letting it carelessly drop to the floor. You sigh and push your hand aggressively into his sweats, finding him half hard and a damp spot on the front of the material covering his cock. So he was horny. Of course he was.
He continues to kiss down your neck, dragging his teeth against the thin strap of your bra, moving it out of the way to kiss underneath. You moan lightly at this, pushing your voice to make a little more noise than it naturally did for effect, refusing to let him have the satisfaction of hearing the sounds he actually produced from his touches. 
He doesn’t kiss you on the lips much anymore, despite having made out with you for hours at a time when you had first started hooking up. Granted, there isn’t much of an opportunity for you to lock lips with him as his fingers are usually shoved in your mouth as his other hand slaps your exposed pussy or his full palm covering the lower half of your face, restricting your breathing.
A few minutes later he’s between your legs, mercilessly flicking his tongue against your embarrassingly wet folds, gripping your thighs tightly while you rut against his face, desperate for more friction.
You don’t know if it’s the rain or the fact that he definitely bought the same body wash you have in your shower and you can smell it radiating off him, but you want to kiss him so bad even as he’s going to town on your clit, almost as if he’s trying to overstimulate you before you’ve even had a chance to feel him inside you. You rip him up by his hair and drag his face to meet yours and he’s crawling eagerly over you, crowding you as he slips a knee between your spread legs. 
“Yes?” he half groans, half sings in a low timbre, dark eyes darting between yours wildly, looking for an explanation to why you stopped him from eating you out. 
“Stop edging me,” you state bluntly, sliding a hand down to cover his ass cheek, squeezing gently at first as you instinctively arch your back slightly and bring your lips closer to him. 
“Aw, that’s cute, you think you deserve a kiss,” he replies back in a cruel tone, almost laughing at your desperation. 
“I don’t think so, sweetheart,” he adds, firmly removing your hand from his bare skin and trapping it between your chests where you’re sure he can feel your heart beating fast under your breast.
Despite everything and because of everything, you find yourself irrevocably in love with him. You hate every fibre of his being but would do anything to have him hold you in his arms tenderly like the couples you see wrapped in a back hug on the subway. You would pay any amount of money to have him circle his thumbs over the hem of your t-shirt, digging his chin into your shoulder while reading your book over your shoulder and murmuring parts of sentences out loud.
He knows this, he’s not stupid. He sees the way you look at him after you come all over his hand or mouth or cock. He sees the way you look at him when you think he’s not paying attention, eyes dragging across his features before settling on his big brown eyes. He watches as your eyes drift to fantasies of the two of you together on the off chance you share a meal or drink in his kitchen. You instinctively clear his cereal bowl and take the crumpled napkin directly from his hand, letting your hand drag up his bicep as you walk to the trash can.
Because of this, he will leave you on read for days at a time, knowing you are losing your mind and only checks your Instagram story from a burner account because he knows you check that shit religiously. He knows that hearing you moan out his name and clench around his achingly hard cock once he finally hits you up will make it all worth it.
He doesn’t want a relationship, he never has, and truly believes he never will. The scars on his knees and the way his eyes glaze over when he’s super high tell so much more than he could ever say out loud. Commitment was never in the cards for him and he knew from the first time he saw you that you would fall for him easily. It’s why he had quickly put his number in your phone and called you later that night for a ride he didn’t actually need. He had trapped you from that very first moment and spent each day since then manipulating you into falling more and more in love with him.
It was cruel and your friends that knew your dirty secret chastised you about it frequently, but something about his dark hair, lean muscles and dark ink covering large swaths of his body kept you coming back for more. The way he never says your name during sex, despite you moaning every variation of his, combined with his terrible after care are all the biggest red flags you’ve ever seen, but you can’t stop.
You’ve seen glimpses of the softer side of him, the human side of him. His voice would pitch up when he got excited about an expensive car parked in the street or when his favorite Spongebob episode queued up next on his small laptop monitor you were sharing. One time a small kitten was hidden under the hood of a car in the parking lot of the gas station in the dead of winter and while he never admitted it, you know he took it home that night to help it warm up before letting Jaemin pick it up a few days later to take to his apartment with his growing cat family.
Then there’s the moments of confusion that help feed your delusional fantasies that the two of you could actually work. He will occasionally show up at your work, shamelessly flirting with the front office lady, moving her pen cup around her desk and twirling the cord of her desk phone around his long and slender finger while leaning down to speak in a loud whisper. 
Once he showed up wearing a white tank top you swear you recognized as Johnny’s and his leather jacket had slipped off his shoulders and everyone was ogling him as they walked by. You marched to the front and barked his name to get him to follow you back to your cubicle where he leant seductively against your desk, crossing his arms across his broad chest.
“What’s wrong? Jealous, sweetheart?” he purrs under his breath as you sat down on your uncomfortable desk chair with an eye roll. You shuffle a couple papers and bang them aggressively against your desk before holding your hand out for the binder clip he was fiddling with, clamping it repeatedly on his fingertip.
“What the fuck is he doing here?” came Hyuck’s voice loudly from the next cubicle over, causing Mark to cackle, feign a look of fear and clutch his chest dramatically.
“Donghyuck,” you hiss, eyes darting to your boss’s open office door, her eyes peering inquisitively at the loud laughter.
“This is a place of work, where you know, people with jobs work,” Hyuck continues, tapping loudly on his keyboard on a blank document that you know isn’t actually a work assignment.
“Mark, you should go,” you say quietly, feeling embarrassed at how your cheeks are heating at the interaction. You can feel Hyuck’s gaze on your back and don’t need to turn around to know how disappointed he is.
You move to stand before a hand is on your shoulder, pushing you gently back into your chair. Mark places his other hand on the arm of your chair, caging you in as he brushes his knee against yours to step between them. He dips down, pushing your long hair from the side of your face and brushes his lips gently right at the corner of your eye, moving his lips to your ears to speak softly to you.
“You know he wants to fuck the shit out of you, right?” he teases, letting his teeth graze against the shell of your ear, eliciting a quiet whimper from your lips.
“I bet he wouldn’t even satisfy you though, my little whore likes to be bruised up when the night is over,” he continues, hand moving achingly slow to your lap and toying with the hem of your short dress. At this moment you desperately wish you had worn pants today but your heart is pounding so hard you can barely focus.
You gulp loudly, wanting to scold him for making a scene in your office, but your mouth is bone dry. Hyuck clears his throat loudly from behind you, the typing on his computer having stopped completely and you know he is sitting wide-eyed staring at the two of you.
“Maybe a nice boy like that is what you really want though,” he finished, hand getting dangerously close to your soaked underwear before he’s suddenly leaning back against your cubicle again and you’re left with laboured breathing and a red face.
“See ya, Hyuckie,” he sings before turning on his heel, tossing his leather jacket over his shoulder, putting an extra bounce in his steps knowing everyone’s eyes (and especially yours) are watching his ass jiggle with each movement.
“I fucking hate that guy,” Hyuck mutters under his breath as you turn to give him a look, shaking your head with a deadpan look on your face. Hyuck’s face is flushed and when he stands to move to the copy machine, you swear you can see him half-hard in his pants.
“Yeah, you and me both,” you mutter under your breath as you return to your computer, seeing a message in the corner of your screen from your noisiest coworker, asking if Mark is single. You fire off that he’s not available, and definitely not to date them before pushing away from your desk angrily and practically stomping to the coffee machine in the back of the office. 
You loudly manoeuvre the machine, inserting your favorite roast and preparing your cup with sugar and a little creamer. Your core is still throbbing and you try to think of anything that will distract you from the filthy thoughts flying through your mind, images of Mark pushing you up against the shelves of the supply closet with rolls of paper towels crashing down around you as he pounds into you.
You’re pulled back to the present as he suddenly slides into you without warning, not having heard him pull away from you at the edge of the bed to slide on a condom or remove his clothes.
He towers over you for a moment before dropping to his elbows in a smooth motion, arching his back to thrust up into you, gripping the small of your back to lift your ass off the bed, his hips colliding with yours with each thrust.
You feel your eyes roll back at the feeling of him pounding into your g spot and can’t help the incoherent ramblings that tumble from your now chapped lips. You drop your tongue down to wet them, accidentally making eye contact with him as you do. The look in his eyes shifts briefly as you feel yourself clench around his cock, rolling your hips as a particularly whiny moan erupts in your throat.
Before you can move again, he dips down, capturing your lips in his, causing your breath to catch in your chest in surprise. You barely have a chance to close your eyes and notice his eyes are wide open as he kisses you, a blank look held there, without an ounce of intimacy or lust.
You pull your eyes shut at this severe red flag as you angle your head to deepen the kiss, reaching up to brush your fingertips against the buzzed hair at the back of his head. He lets your tongue push into his mouth and warmly caress his while he grips your ass, leaving handprints. You know this moment won’t last and you know it will be weeks before his lips even brush yours again so you try to burn the feeling into your memory.
The push and pull, the struggle for power and the upper hand - it’s something you dread but equally something you crave. You’ve found something dangerous and evil in Mark Lee and you’re playing with fire every moment you open your legs and heart to him. But you can’t stop yourself and he knows that you would do anything for him at this point. He has you right where he wants you and you willingly let him take every shred of dignity you once had. You’re a desperate, horny, moth drawn to the flame.
That is, if the flame drove a souped up two seater and had a bubble butt.
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four-leaf-loco · 5 months
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Some more bullet listed Gale filth ❤️🧅❤️🥵
Loving on Gale this time tho!!!! 👀😏
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Waking up from bed, seeing Gale watering one of the houseplants
Getting out of bed in your nightwear (Gale redressed you when you fell asleep after the activities last night 🫶)
Sneaking up behind him, arms wrapping around his torso to fondle his pecs. They're soft and you twirl some of the slightly curly hair between your fingers.
He's been thoroughly domesticated once again. Tummy popping out slightly over his sleep shorts. You drag a finger down there too to feel it. A reminder of many meals filled with laughter and many many Waterdhavian delicacies Gale and you learned to cook. Some of Morena's family recipes she passed on too.
Gale tuts at you, turning back to kiss your cheek. His neck cracks from the stretch and his eyes widen as you continue to tease him. Unlacing his shorts with one hand.
His cock is only semi hard, surely still resting from your activities last night. But you're determined to reawaken it. The heft is warm and soft, heavy. He leans back a little bit into you. Obviously on the precipice of pleasure.
He sets the watering can down on the little shelf in the corner before he drops it as you give him a firm pump of his cock. Kissing his neck makes him brace against the wall, exposing himself more to you.
"Good morning to you too." He groans as you nibble and kiss and stroke. You giggle at his deep masculine, full chested moans. It sends heat directly down, and fogs your brain.
Your other hand travels down to meet the other, going lower to fondle his balls and perineum. Gale's legs tremble and chest heaves as you work. Neck wet. You kiss over until your lips meet. You keep it glaringly chaste until Gale squirms too much, then you allow him to lick in. He bucks his hips too, your hands so soft and warm.
Gale seems to be getting too riled and you guide him back to bed. Sitting him down on the edge as you get on your knees.
He looks down at you with the sweetest but hottest look he could give. So thankful to be with you. His hands go down to pet your hair as you resume pleasuring him.
Using your mouth now to kiss his cock and suck on his balls. Gripping the base as it twitches dangerously. You warn him not to burst.
He promises to do his best but gods you're beautiful to him.
Finally you take him in your mouth, warm and wet. Sucking and licking to all his delights. Whatever isn't inside is attended to by your hands.
If you're particularly good at blowjobs it'd be easy to make him come at this point. If you have him this worked up he'd burst quickly. Seeing you on your knees for him is hot enough but it's the enthusiasm to serve him that gets him really going.
Worshipped 🙏❤️
Once he comes he begs lowly to finish on your face. To mark you, but he won't really say that.
Indulging him, stroking and pumping his cock over your eager face he'd reach orgasm so fast. Hands gripping your head and the sheets. Hips bucking and moaning out that he loves you as he fucks your hands to completion.
It washes over your face and hair, some dripping down your neck and shoulders.
He cups your face, admiring his spend on you. Pupils widening as he smells his musk on you.
You smile up at him, perhaps smirk even if you're feeling cocky. Saying you love him too.
Gale cleans you up afterwards. King of after care ✨Anything you need ✨
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Hello millie!! so recently i’ve been thinking a lot about shower sex with tired soobin after a long day of work he’s just so horny and needy 🥺
also i hope you are having a good day today and honestly everyday bc every time i check your account it seems like you spend a lot of time responding to people so i just wanna express gratitude to you for everything you do 💗🫶
soobs = soapy boobs LOL anyways yea ahaha i uh spend more time doing this than i should but yknow that’s okay too hehe
soobin who comes home after a long day, climbing straight into your arms n resting his head on your pretty clothed tits, arms wrapped around your waist n long legs outstretched behind him as he mumbles that he’s tired >< doesn’t even think about it when he tugs your neckline down, disappointed to see you’re still wearing a bra before his long fingers slide up your back, unhooking your clasp n nuzzling your soft tits tiredly, pretty n plush pillows for him that he loves, so warm too >< sighing n letting his hair, saying he needs to shower before sleeping, only for him to mumble only if you do too.
sigh… soobin can’t be around you without getting hard, warm water spilling down on your body as you reach for a soap, his tiredness gone as his hands find your waist, shyly pushing your ass back on his erection, mumbling that he really wants you <3 soobin who’s big hands hold you against his chest, needily groping your tits with big, soapy hands, so pretty n squishy >< his soft moans close to your ear as he leans over you, his lips close to your ear, lost in pleasure as he kneads n feels up your soft tits, covered in soap n water washing away the bubbles
please, he can’t get enough,,, not even letting go of your tit while guiding his cock between your wet legs, water mixing with arousal as you whimper, feeling the tip of his dick rub against your tight folds, his soapy hand pumping his length before slowly pushing into your tight pussy, your instantaneous cries as your cunt clenches down, hands struggling to hold up against the tiled shower wall, soobin grunting n squeezing your tit tightly as he resists sheathing his cock in faster >< panting n finally his tip kisses your cervix, your pretty gasps as your wet hands touch the bulge in your tummy, his cock so deep inside >< soobin thrusting up into your pretty pussy, his hands kneading your soapy tits greedily, one hand n cheek pressed against the tiled wall to keep from slipping, the other pressing against the bulge in your tummy >< warm rain sliding n spilling down your back, soobin needily fucking his pretty doll, water dripping from his wet hair, so incoherent n lost in pleasure, he loves your curves so, so much <3
n soobin who presses a kiss to your shoulder as he cums, hot seed filling you up as you whimper, tears of pleasure washed away with the water, cute soapy ass pressed to his pelvis, soapy bubbles sliding down, his hips pressed to yours as your pretty cunny milks his cock of his cum <3 n he doesn’t bother pulling out, he’s just so tired n wants to touch his pretty lover everywhere, hands sliding up your wet body n mumbling how much he loves your body n curves, so pretty n soft >< sigh,,, soobin pouring body wash on his hands before kneading n running his big hands over your skin, mumbling how he should clean you up good, shouldn’t he? (hmm… given how much special attention he gave to your tits, not sure how much he meant that~), moaning under your hands when you soap up n wash down his skin, he’s just a tired, needy fellow, isn’t he~?
soobin who wraps you in a heated towel, sitting on his lap as he brushes out n dries your wet hair, even tired, he can’t help but love simple domestic tasks, hearing your cute yawns and offering to help you get dressed for bed,,, n when you slip in one of his shirts, huge n oversized on your body… he can’t help but get turned on again, seeing how it completely engulfs you, so small in his clothes. honey, he mumbles, can he cockwarm? with his erection pressed to your thigh, is it really a question?
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French startup Equium has developed a heat pump core that works on acoustic waves and produces hot and cold air. Equium manufactures the core and works with another company that integrates it into heat pump systems. The units are scalable from 1 kW to 3 kW and are designed for residential applications.
The novel heat pump can purportedly reach higher temperatures than existing heat pumps, without the need for refrigerants. It works with a high-fidelity (Hi-Fi) speaker powered by electricity that creates an acoustic wave in a closed-pressure vessel filled with helium at a pressure of 30 bars. The acoustic wave causes the gas to compress or expand, displacing heat from a lower temperature to a higher temperature, or vice versa. The heat pump core is filled with water, which absorbs or releases that heat.
“The acoustic wave does the work of compression and expansion of the gas that produces heat or cold, respectively,” Philippe Loyer, a product manager at Equium, told pv magazine.
Loyer said the heat pump can generate domestic water at up to 80 C. He claims that one of the key benefits of the acoustic heat pump, in comparison with traditional units using refrigerants, is its ability to reach very high or low temperatures.
“Traditional heat pumps use refrigerants with a temperature phase. They a have temperature limit, which is the temperature of the changing phase from liquid to gas of the refrigerant,” said Loyer. “In our core, the helium stays in gas form. Because helium remains a gas until -200 C, we can achieve higher temperatures inside our heat pump core.”
The heat pump purportedly works with all external heat sources, including air sources from -15 C to 50 C. Given that its core is filled with water, it works best as a water-source and geothermal heat pump. To be used as an air-source heat pump, the unit can be equipped with a fan that transfers the heat from the air to the water, according to Loyer.
The heat pump has a coefficient of performance (COP) of three to four, which means that it produces 3 kW to 4 kW of heat for each kilowatt of power it consumes. Equium is targeting 8 kW to 10 kW of thermal power for its heat pump core, Loyer said. It has a 30-year lifetime, with an easy installation process. The acoustic heat pump also offers better modulation than traditional units.
“We have the same efficiency as traditional heat pumps, but we have better modulation thanks to acoustic transfer,” said Loyer.                                               
Traditional fixed-output units cycle between on and off multiple times a day, switching between zero and maximum capacity to achieve the right temperature balance. But the new heat pump modulates its output to continuously provide the desired temperature.
“The output regulation of a classical heat pump is very energy consuming. On our acoustic system, the regulation is very easy,” Loyer explained. “If you want less power, you can just decrease the volume of the Hi-Fi speaker.”
Equium claims that the heat pump system is completely silent, despite the use of a speaker to generate the acoustic wave. The level of noise is reportedly lower than 30 dB – the equivalent of a whisper.
“The sound our system produces stays confined inside the core, so you cannot hear it from outside,” said Loyer.
Equium is now conducting field tests for its thermos-acoustic heat pump. It expects to launch it at the end of 2023.
*This article was amended on 03/02/2023 to reflect that the helium is at a pressure of 30 bars and that it remains a gas until -200 C, not -300 C as previously reported.
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aetherictree · 1 year
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Playing around with "solarpunk without photovoltaics".
Nearly all domestic energy use is to produce heat. Heating and hot water of course, but appliances as well mostly turn electricity to heat -- washers, dryers, dishwashers etc. Rather than do some convulated system where we generate electricity and then use a heat pump to turn it to heat, we could just collect the heat directly and use that.
Heat is fairly easy to store. Insulate a tank of rock or water and you're set. Far less resource intensive than batteries, with a system that can be maintained by local mechanics and built out of scrap. Community self reliance, rather than dependence on globocorps with long supply chains.
Cheap heat might favour communal areas. You can cook food with 60-80c heat (sous vide), but installing such systems for individual homes might not be worth it. For a cafeteria however... Same goes for boiling vessels for hot drinks. A heat pump based system to produce near boiling water would make little sense in a home, but if it's shared between a few hundred people it might.
By focusing so much on electricity production, we've missed what we need the electricity *for*.
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Tankless Water Heaters
A tankless water heater heats water as needed without needing a storage tank. It passes cold water through a heat exchanger, rapidly warming it to the desired temperature before delivering it to the faucet, shower, or appliance.
Tankless water heaters primarily provide hot water for various domestic purposes, such as bathing, washing dishes, and doing laundry. Unlike traditional water heaters with storage tanks, tankless models offer several advantages, including energy efficiency, space-saving design, and an endless hot water supply since they don't run out as long as they have a sufficient flow rate and appropriate sizing. They are especially popular in homes with limited space and for users looking to reduce energy consumption and utility costs.
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Leaking refrigerant can reduce cooling capacity and damage the compressor, resulting in system failure.
Problems with wiring, circuit breakers, or capacitors can disrupt the electrical components, causing the AC to malfunction or not turn on.
Insufficient airflow or refrigerant issues can cause the evaporator coils to freeze, affecting cooling performance.
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A fresh poll published in Wednesday's Helsingin Sanomat (siirryt toiseen palveluun)shows a one-month decline of 0.9 percentage points, to 19.2 percent, for the Social Democratic Party headed by Prime Minister Sanna Marin (SDP).
The data for the poll was collected in late August until early September at a time when Marin's private life was being widely spotlighted by the media.
Sakari Nurmela, the research director of the polling organization Kantar, told HS that although the survey coincided with the leak of videos of the Marin partying in her free time, no direct connection between the results and that publicity can be drawn.
Nurmela added that it is yet to be seen if SDP's drop in support is a normal fluctuation or a longer-term phenomenon. In any case, with its current level of support, the SDP is the second most popular party in the country.
Meanwhile, this poll shows increased backing for the opposition National Coalition Party, up by 0.6 percentage points, and the Centre Party up by 0.8 percentage points.
The National Coalition Party, with the backing of over 23 percent of voters, continues in the lead. Slightly more than 16 percent of respondents voiced support for the Finns Party, fewer than the 17 percent it received in the last parliamentary election, but well above the 14 percent seen in a HS survey at the start of this year.
This latest poll also shows a slight increase in support for the Left Alliance, and a slight decline in backing for the Greens.
Slowing economy
The business and economic daily Kauppalehti reports that Finland's Labour Institute for Economic Research (Labore) has downgraded its growth forecast (siirryt toiseen palveluun)for Finland by 0.8 percentage points for next year due to the weakened international economic outlook.
Labore now forecasts that Finland's gross domestic product will grow by 1.8 percent this year and 0.7 percent next year. For the year 2024, Labore is predicting growth of 2.1 percent.
This research institute believes that Finland's trade with Russia will come to an almost complete halt and never return to previous levels. The stagnation of trade with Russia and the weakening of international export demand will reduce this year's economic growth by 1.5–2.0 percentage points. The war in Ukraine will continue to cause uncertainty.
According to the forecast, private consumption will continue to grow this year, although weakened by rapid inflation.
Households accumulated considerable savings during the pandemic and Labore believes the sudden contraction in real wages will push households to unload some of those savings this year. At the end of the year, however, private consumption will contract and will not grow very much next year.
Energy saving dos and don'ts
The energy crisis has created worries about future electricity bills, especially for people living in electrically-heated homes.
Ilta-Sanomat writes (siirryt toiseen palveluun) that while a lot of energy saving tips are available, the most important measures are often forgotten, and some of the most popular advice can end up being more expensive than one might imagine.
According to energy experts interviewed by this paper, the most effective way to save energy is to turn down the thermostat and cut back on the use of hot water.
Malkus Lindroos of the power company Vattenfall told the paper that allowing indoor temperatures to drop too low can lead to expensive structural damage to homes.
"This can happen even by accident if, for example, electric radiators are turned off completely and the heating is left to a heat pump alone," Lindroos points out.
Another misguided way to save money is by blocking ventilation ducts. The repairs for the resulting moisture damage can cost a lot more than the energy saved.
The experts Ilta-Sanomat spoke with recommend a temperature of 20–21 degrees in living areas at home. The ideal temperature in the bedroom is 18-20 degrees.
Temperatures lower than this can be in rooms that are not occupied. In stairwells of apartment buildings, the suitable room temperature is 17-18 degrees, in storage areas 12 degrees and in garages 5 degrees.
Big savings can also be made by reducing a 15 minute daily shower to just five minutes or less.
Brewery bankruptcy
A number of papers, including Iltalehti (siirryt toiseen palveluun), report that as widely expected, the Tampere-based Pyynikin Brewing Company has filed for bankruptcy.
The craft brewer, established in 2012, has produced numerous award-winning beers, as well as its own gins and vodkas. It also managed to export its beverages across Europe.
However, the company has been consistently in the red. According to press reports, the company generated a loss of no less than 3.7 million euros last year.
Now, not only will many thirsty connoisseurs miss their favourite brews, as a result of the bankruptcy the brewery's approximately 10,000 shareholders will probably lose their investment.
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Solar Water Heater in Bangalore: Harnessing Renewable Energy for Sustainable Living
Solar water heaters have emerged as a viable and eco-friendly alternative to traditional water heating methods, particularly in cities like Bangalore where environmental consciousness is on the rise. In this article, we will explore the benefits of solar water heaters, how they work, factors to consider before installation, the installation process, maintenance tips, and popular brands available in Bangalore.
Benefits of Solar Water Heaters
Solar Water Heater in Bangalore
Environmental Benefits
One of the primary advantages of solar water heaters is their minimal environmental impact. By harnessing the abundant solar energy, these systems significantly reduce reliance on fossil fuels, thereby lowering carbon emissions and mitigating climate change.
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Cost Savings
In addition to being environmentally friendly, solar water heaters offer substantial cost savings in the long run. While the initial investment may be higher than conventional water heaters, the absence of monthly electricity bills offsets the upfront expenses over time, resulting in significant financial savings for homeowners.
Energy Independence
Solar water heaters provide homeowners with greater energy independence by reducing dependence on grid electricity. This is particularly beneficial in cities like Bangalore, where power outages are not uncommon. With a solar water heater, households can enjoy hot water even during blackouts, ensuring uninterrupted comfort and convenience.
Types of Solar Water Heaters
Active Solar Water Heaters
Active solar water heaters utilize pumps or other mechanical devices to circulate water through the system. These systems are highly efficient and suitable for areas with high water demand or limited sunlight.
Passive Solar Water Heaters
Passive solar water heaters may rely on the natural convection or gravity to circulate water through their system. They are simpler in design and typically have lower maintenance requirements than active systems. Passive solar water heaters are ideal for areas with ample sunlight and moderate water usage.
How Solar Water Heaters Work
Solar water heaters work by harnessing solar energy to heat water for household use. The process involves three main steps: collection of solar energy, transfer of heat to water, and storage of heated water.
Collection of Solar Energy
Solar collectors, typically installed on rooftops or other sunny locations, absorb sunlight and convert it into heat. These collectors may contain evacuated tubes or flat-plate collectors, depending on the type of system.
Transfer of Heat to Water
Once absorbed, the solar energy is transferred to a heat transfer fluid, such as water or antifreeze solution, circulating through the collectors. This fluid then carries the heat to a storage tank or heat exchanger, where it heats the water intended for domestic use.
Storage of Heated Water
The heated water is stored in an insulated tank until needed. Some systems incorporate backup heating elements to ensure hot water availability during periods of low sunlight or high demand.
Factors to Consider Before Installing a Solar Water Heater
Before investing in a solar water heater, several factors should be taken into account to ensure optimal performance and cost-effectiveness.
Climate
The local climate plays a significant role in determining the suitability of a solar water heater. Regions with ample sunlight year-round are ideal for solar energy systems, while areas prone to frequent cloud cover or long periods of rain may experience reduced efficiency.
Roof Space
Adequate roof space is essential for installing solar collectors and storage tanks. Homeowners should assess their available roof area and orientation to determine the feasibility of a solar water heater installation.
Water Usage
The water consumption habits of a household should also be considered when selecting a solar water heater. Larger households with high water demand may require larger systems to meet their needs effectively.
Solar Water Heater Installation Process
The installation of a solar water heater typically involves several steps, beginning with a site assessment to determine the optimal location for the collectors and storage tank.
Site Assessment
During the site assessment, factors such as roof orientation, shading, and structural integrity are evaluated to ensure the successful installation and long-term performance of the system.
System Sizing
Based on the site assessment and water usage requirements, the appropriate size and type of solar water heater are selected. Proper sizing is crucial to maximize energy efficiency and hot water availability.
Installation
Once the system design is finalized, the installation process begins. This may involve mounting the collectors on the roof, connecting piping and circulation components, and integrating the system with the existing plumbing.
Maintenance and Care of Solar Water Heaters
Regular maintenance is essential to ensure the continued efficiency and longevity of a solar water heater system.
Regular Inspections
Periodic inspections of the collectors, storage tank, and associated components should be conducted to detect any signs of damage or malfunction promptly.
Cleaning
The solar collectors should be cleaned periodically to remove dust, debris, and other obstructions that may hinder sunlight absorption and heat transfer.
Repairs
In the event of leaks, damage, or system malfunctions, prompt repairs should be carried out by qualified technicians to prevent further issues and ensure optimal performance.
Popular Solar Water Heater Brands in Bangalore
Bangalore boasts a diverse selection of solar water heater brands, catering to various budgets and preferences. Some popular brands include:
Jupiter Solar,www.jupitersolars.in
These brands offer a range of solar water heater systems, from compact domestic models to commercial-grade installations, ensuring that homeowners can find the perfect solution to meet their hot water needs.
Conclusion
Solar water heaters offer a sustainable and cost-effective alternative to traditional water heating methods, particularly in cities like Bangalore where sunlight is abundant. By harnessing solar energy, homeowners can reduce their carbon footprint, lower energy bills, and enjoy uninterrupted hot water supply. With proper installation, maintenance, and choice of reputable brands, solar water heaters can provide years of reliable service while contributing to a cleaner, greener future.
FAQs
Are solar water heaters suitable for use during the monsoon season in Bangalore?
Yes, solar water heaters can still operate effectively during the monsoon season, although their efficiency may be slightly reduced due to reduced sunlight.
Do solar water heaters require backup heating elements?
While backup heating elements are not essential, they can provide peace of mind during periods of low sunlight or high hot water demand.
How long does it take to recoup the initial investment in a solar water heater?
The payback period for a solar water heater varies depending on factors such as energy usage, system size, and local utility rates but typically ranges from 4 to 8 years.
Can solar water heaters be integrated with existing plumbing systems?
Yes, solar water heaters can be easily integrated with existing plumbing systems, minimizing installation costs and disruption.
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Harnessing the Sun's Power: An In-Depth Look at Solar Thermal Technology for the UK's Heat Pump Enthusiasts
The realm of renewable energy is one of the most fertile grounds for innovation, with each advancement bringing hope for a greener, more sustainable future. In this blog post, we explore solar thermal technology, a promising domain within renewable energy, and how it can complement heat pump systems in the United Kingdom. By understanding the intricacies of solar thermal, we can better appreciate its potential, its integration into existing heat pump infrastructure, and the steps needed to ensure its long-term effectiveness.
The Basics of Solar Thermal Heating Systems
At its core, a solar thermal system converts sunlight into heat energy, a unique means of capturing the sun's abundant resources. These systems typically consist of solar collectors that harness solar energy, a heat transfer fluid or air, and a thermal energy storage unit, where the heat is stored for later use. The most common type of solar collector is the flat-plate collector, which contains a dark absorber plate to capture sunlight and a series of tubes to circulate the heat transfer medium.
How Solar Thermal Complements Heat Pump Systems
In a country like the UK, where sunlight may not be as consistent as in sunnier climates, solar thermal's strengths lie in its compatibility with other renewable energy sources. When integrated with heat pump technology, solar thermal can act as a pre-heater for the heat pump's working fluid. This means the heat pump's efficiency improves, while also minimizing its reliance on electricity from the grid, thus reducing operational costs and environmental impact. Such hybrid systems demonstrate that the combination of renewable technologies can provide more reliable and efficient energy solutions.
Heat Collection Systems: The Backbone of Solar Thermal
The heart of any solar thermal system is its collectors, and selecting the right type is crucial for maximizing energy capture. In the UK, evacuated tube collectors are gaining popularity due to their ability to perform consistently in lower light levels and cooler temperatures.
Design and Installation Considerations
High-quality collectors are designed with a robust frame and airtight seals to protect the internal components from the elements. For installations in the UK, proper orientation and tilt angle are essential to capture as much sunlight as possible. Additionally, considerations such as local shading and regional weather patterns should be carefully factored into the system's design to ensure optimal performance.
Water Heating Solutions: Crafting Comfort and Savings
Solar thermal's most common application is for domestic hot water, a significant portion of a household's energy consumption. Solar water heating can contribute to substantial savings on utility bills, while also reducing a home's carbon footprint.
Integration with Existing Water Heating Systems
In retrofit applications, solar thermal can be integrated with standard water heating systems, ensuring a seamless transition and minimal disruption to the household's hot water supply. For new constructions, careful planning allows for an entirely solar-powered water heating system that provides consistent, at-par temperatures, and a dependable supply of hot water.
The Science Behind Solar Thermal Technology
Understanding the physics of solar thermal systems is key to appreciating their performance and efficiency. The efficiency of a solar thermal system is determined by the collectors' ability to convert sunlight into usable thermal energy, which is then transferred to the heat transfer fluid with minimal losses.
Enhancing Performance with Advanced Materials and Coatings
Innovations in materials science have led to the development of selective coatings and materials that increase the absorptivity and reduce the emissivity of the collector's surface. This means that more sunlight is absorbed, and less heat is lost, resulting in higher efficiency.
Achieving Optimal Efficiency with System Design
A well-designed solar thermal system can achieve impressive levels of efficiency, especially when coupled with heat pump technology. The size and configuration of the collector array, the type of heat exchanger, and the thermal storage solution all play critical roles in the system's overall performance.
Balancing Demand with Supply
Sizing the collector array and storage system to match the hot water demand is essential. Oversizing the system can lead to unused energy, while undersizing can result in insufficient hot water. By carefully considering household usage patterns and seasonal variations, a solar thermal system can be tuned to provide the right amount of hot water at the right time, year-round.
System Maintenance Requirements: Keeping Solar Thermal Running Efficiently
To maintain peak performance, solar thermal systems require periodic maintenance. This includes inspecting and cleaning the collectors, checking for leaks in the piping and heat transfer fluid, and ensuring the system's components are functioning as intended.
The Role of Professional Servicing
Given the technical nature of solar thermal systems, professional servicing on an annual or biennial basis is strongly recommended. Servicing not only keeps the system running efficiently but can also catch potential issues before they become significant problems, prolonging the system's lifespan and ensuring a reliable hot water supply.
In conclusion, solar thermal technology offers a promising solution for the UK's heat pump enthusiasts, who are eager to reduce their carbon footprint and take advantage of renewable energy sources. By understanding the technology's fundamentals, its integration with existing heat pump infrastructure, and the keys to optimal performance and maintenance, consumers can harness the sun's power in a practical and meaningful way. The future of renewable energy is bright, and solar thermal technology is sure to be a shining star in that future.
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Air to Water Heat Pumps
Air to water heat pumps offer an efficient and environmentally friendly heating solution for residential and commercial buildings, providing reliable space heating and domestic hot water while reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions for Eco-friendly environment. As technology continues to innovate, air to water heat pumps are expected to play an increasingly important role in sustainable heating systems worldwide..
Unlike traditional systems that burn fuel to generate heat, air to water heat pumps act like clever refrigerators in reverse. They extract heat from the air outside, even in frigid Canadian winters, and transfer it to a water-based system that warms your entire home.
This water-based system offers significant advantages. It provides comfortable, radiant heat through in-floor heating, radiators, or fan coils, creating a more even and gentle warmth compared to forced air systems. Plus, it seamlessly integrates with domestic hot water heating, saving you additional energy costs.
Like all heat pump systems, air to water heat pumps require regular maintenance to ensure optimal performance and longevity. This includes tasks such as cleaning or replacing filters, inspecting and lubricating moving parts, and checking refrigerant levels. Professional maintenance by qualified HVAC technicians is recommended to keep the system running smoothly.
Nova Heat Pumps expert technicians can assess your home and recommend the perfect Arctic Heat Pump model for your needs. They will handle the entire installation process, ensuring optimal performance and maximizing your energy savings. Embrace the future of heating and join the wave of satisfied Arctic Heat Pump users today!
Visit their website: https://www.novaheatpumps.ca/air-to-water-heat-pumps to learn more about their air to water heat pump services or to book an appointment.
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