Going Green with a Solar Water Fountain

Environmentally friendly design is in but that’s not the only reason to choose a solar water fountain. Solar fountains are convenient choices for a number of reasons. Unfortunately, many people have preconceived notions about solar power that makes them hesitant to go with one of these great water fountains. Here are the facts.

Solar Fountains Aren’t Too Expensive

Solar power used to be an expensive, exotic option. Solar panels weren’t in high demand and the technology was less expensive than it is today. Modern solar fountains use technology that’s leaps and bound beyond what was available 15 to 20 years ago. Increased demand has led to mass production, which has lowered the price of solar panels considerably. Solar panels are more efficient, too, so they don’t require as much space as they used to.

Solar Fountains Work Indoors and Outdoors

A solar fountain needs sunlight – that’s it. This means that they’re not only great outdoor fountains, but work in any space with a great deal of natural illumination. If you’ve got a greenhouse, an enclosed porch or patio or any with a big window that gets a lot of sun you can almost certainly keep a solar fountain running. In fact, they often prove to be a more practical choice because thanks to their self-contained nature, they don’t drain household power. That means you don’t have to worry about the impact on your wiring or electricity bills.

Solar Fountains Work in the Winter

Light, not heat, creates solar power. You get less light in winter, but even on cloudy days a solar fountain can function. It won’t flow as strongly, but thanks to the efficiency of the solar panel it’s still converting light to energy. Your main concerns in winter should be water temperature and the possibility of moisture (in the form of accumulated snow) getting in the electrical systems. After all, no fountain can change the freezing point of water. If you live in an area where it’s mild all year round, you don’t even have to worry about this.

Water Fountain Place has a an excellent selection of solar water fountains to choose from read the solar fountain information for a more detailed look at how they work.