A novel method for solar heating of domestic water, with the opinions of main actors and consumers considered for its diffusion in the UK

A superior Solar Thermal Panel system incorporating weather predictions from the MET Office is described. It is found that modeling consumption patterns of domestic hot water use to be aligned with weather patterns results in an advantagegous use of resources. Additionally, semi-structured interviews with the main actors within the solar thermal market are conducted. Focus groups with members of the public are also conducted to determin the main drivers and inhibitors to this technolog being widely adopted in the UK. The main psychological model which describes consumer behaviour of solar thermal panel adoption is also assessed. The Technology Adoption Model is determined to encompass some but not all of the factors which influence consumer behaviour of solar thermal panel adoption