Value Proposition Of Solar Water Heaters For Domestic In Islamabad

Abstract

ABSTRACT In today’s world where non renewable energy reserves are rapidly running out and are simultaneously contributing to the depleting environment, the need for alternative sources of energy is on the peak, especially for energy deficient countries like Pakistan. Lack of awareness and inadequate infrastructure support are the main factors which contribute to the fact that even today, the common man does not have many alternatives to daily life electricity and gas usage. This paper focuses on how Solar Water Heaters (SWH) can help end this reliance on fossil fuels, and how this ever increasing energy deficiency gap can be reduced substantially. The research is based on highlighting the value of an alternative energy product SWH to the domestic sector in Pakistan. The aim is to give recommendations to AEDB (Alternate Energy Development Board), and all relevant organs of the state, which are responsible for the promotion of SWHs as well as the local vendors to promote this product to people in an effective way. The best way to switch consumers from using traditional geysers is to start mass level advertising campaigns in both print and electronic media. Along with that Government should set laws and make it compulsory to install SWH in new residential areas.