Solar panels + heat pump: the winning combination for your home
At a time when energy prices are constantly rising, environmental regulations are tightening, and Belgian citizens are seeking to reduce their carbon footprint, one solution is gaining popularity: combining solar panels with a heat pump. This technological duo not only allows you to generate your own electricity, but also to heat your home efficiently without fossil fuels.
Frigotec Belgium, a specialist in high-performance energy systems, explains why this combination is currently one of the smartest choices for your comfort… and your wallet.
Ideal energy synergy
Photovoltaic solar panels convert free energy from the sun into electricity that you can use directly in your home. Heat pumps extract heat from the outside air to heat or cool the inside. The idea is simple: use solar electricity to power the heat pump, thereby covering a significant portion of your heating, hot water, and even air conditioning needs.
This synergy allows you to harness two renewable energy sources simultaneously: the sun and the air. You reduce your dependence on the traditional power grid while improving the overall energy performance of your home.
Long-term savings
By combining these two systems, you can achieve significant savings on your energy bills. During the day, when the sun is shining, your panels directly power the heat pump. This means less electricity is drawn from the grid, resulting in lower costs.
And if your heat pump is used to produce domestic hot water, you can continue to benefit from it even outside of heating periods, while also taking advantage of your solar installation.
Another economic advantage: excess electricity generated can be fed into the grid (with partial compensation depending on the region) or stored in a home battery for later use. This further optimizes your self-consumption.
Very low environmental impact
Choosing a heat pump that is already very energy efficient and powering it with solar energy is a major step forward in the energy transition. You significantly reduce your CO₂ emissions, cut your use of fossil fuels, and contribute to a more environmentally friendly home.
This approach is also perfectly aligned with Belgium’s energy performance of buildings (EPB) objectives and energy renovation policies.
Modern, quiet, and smart comfort
Modern heat pumps, such as those offered by Frigotec, are quiet, discreet, and highly efficient. When combined with a smart thermostat or home automation control system, they automatically adjust the indoor temperature according to your needs and solar gain.
Reversible air conditioning, integrated into certain air-to-air heat pumps, also allows you to cool your home in summer, while maintaining a high level of energy efficiency if it is powered by solar panels during the day.
Investment incentives and subsidies in Belgium
Good news: in Belgium, the Regions (Wallonia, Brussels-Capital, and Flanders) offer financial assistance to encourage this type of dual installation. The amounts vary depending on your income, the type of building, and the performance of the equipment.
In Wallonia, for example, subsidies for installing a heat pump can amount to several thousand euros, especially if you combine this with insulation work or the installation of photovoltaic panels. A preliminary energy audit may also be covered.
Frigotec assists you with all the administrative procedures for submitting your subsidy applications, providing a clear quote that complies with the authorities’ requirements.
A tailor-made installation with Frigotec Belgium
Every home is unique. That’s why Frigotec offers tailor-made solutions based on the configuration of your roof, its orientation, your energy consumption, and the most suitable type of heat pump.
Our technical teams accurately assess your needs and offer you a complete, turnkey installation, including:
high-performance, well-sized solar panels,
a heat pump suited to the size of your home,
an intelligent management system to maximize your self-consumption.
Everything is carefully installed in accordance with electrical and thermal standards, and comes with Frigotec warranties and the professional after-sales service for which we are renowned.
Combining solar panels and a heat pump is one of the best decisions you can make for your comfort, your finances, and the environment. This combination allows you to heat, cool, and produce hot water while significantly reducing your bills and emissions.
At Frigotec Belgium, we support you in the design, installation, and maintenance of your hybrid system, with a professional, sustainable, and cost-effective approach. We believe that smart comfort is possible, starting today.
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