Emerald Heat Pump All-in-One w/ Backup Element w/ Boost: 270L Heat Pump Hot Water System

Upgrading to the Emerald 270L Heat Pump All-in-One offers exceptional energy efficiency and significant cost savings. With a high coefficient of performance (COP) of 3.8:1, this heat pump uses far less electricity to heat water compared to traditional electric systems. This analysis outlines the costs of running the 270L heat pump on a continuous tariff and the additional savings you can achieve by utilising excess solar energy at 80% efficiency.

System Overview

Emerald 270L Heat Pump Hot Water System:

• Tank Capacity: 270L
• Coefficient of Performance (COP): 3.8:1
• Energy Usage: 4.13 kWh per day (to heat the tank on a continuous tariff)
• Continuous Tariff: $0.40 per kWh
• Solar Efficiency: 80% (when using excess solar energy)

Energy Usage and Costs Without Solar

• Energy Required to Heat the Tank:
  The heat pump requires 4.13 kWh per day to heat 270L from 20°C to 60°C.
• Daily Cost of Heating (Continuous Tariff):
  Cost: 4.13 kWh x $0.40/kWh = $1.65/day.
• Annual Cost Without Solar:
  Total Annual Cost: $1.65/day x 365 = $602.25/year.

Energy Usage and Costs with Solar

1. Using Excess Solar Energy (80% Efficiency)
   • Energy Provided by Solar (80% of the Time):
     Solar Contribution: 4.13 kWh x 80% = 3.30 kWh/day.
   • Cost of Using Solar Energy:
     Opportunity Cost: If the excess solar energy were exported to the grid, it would earn $0.05/kWh.
   • Daily Cost of Using Solar:
     3.30 kWh x $0.05/kWh = $0.17/day.
   • Annual Cost of Using Solar:
     Total Annual Cost: $0.17/day x 365 = $62.05/year.
2. Using Grid Electricity When Solar Is Insufficient (20% of the Time)
   • Energy Provided by Continuous Tariff (20% of the Time):
     Grid Contribution: 4.13 kWh x 20% = 0.83 kWh/day.
   • Cost of Using Continuous Tariff:
     Daily Cost of Grid Usage: 0.83 kWh x $0.40/kWh = $0.33/day.
   • Annual Cost of Using Continuous Tariff:
     Total Annual Cost: $0.33/day x 365 = $120.45/year.
3. Total Annual Cost with Solar for the Emerald Heat Pump System
   • Total Annual Cost (Solar + Grid):
     Total: $62.05/year (solar) + $120.45/year (grid) = $182.50/year.

Why Choose the Emerald 270L Heat Pump Hot Water System with Solar?

• Maximised Solar Utilisation:
  Take full advantage of excess solar energy to heat your water, drastically reducing your reliance on grid power and lowering energy bills.
• Substantial Financial Savings:
  By using solar energy to power your heat pump, you can cut your annual heating costs to just $182.50/year—an enormous reduction compared to relying solely on grid electricity.
• Energy Efficiency:
  With a COP of 3.8:1, the Emerald Heat Pump is highly energy-efficient, consuming much less electricity than traditional hot water systems.
• Environmental Impact:
  Reduce your carbon footprint by making use of renewable solar energy while optimising the efficiency of your water heating system.

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