Design And Evaluation of a Solar Water Heater Advocacy for Carbon Footprint Reduction

Abstract

The growing demand for sustainable energy solutions worldwide necessitates practical and affordable methods to lower household carbon emissions. Household energy use and carbon emissions is significantly influenced by electric water heating techniques. The need for effective tools to promote the usage of renewable energy sources is the main emphasis of this study. The main purpose was to create, build, and analyze a solar water heater (SWH) meant to operate as a practical advocacy device for minimizing carbon footprints.

The goal of the project development research was to assess the project's acceptability, design, and functionality as well as user approval. Using easily accessible materials, a functional SWH gadget was constructed. A user-focused evaluation was part of the assessment, where people tested the gadget and gave feedback. The data analysis of the findings and outcomes are positive.

The average mean score for the Solar Water Heaters(SWH's) design was 4.36, indicating that consumers "Strongly Agree" with its quality. With a score of 4.66, functionality was rated as having excellent agreement regarding efficiency. Additionally, acceptability achieved a mean score of 4.66, indicating an exceptional user experience and qualifying it as "very acceptable." The outcomes attest to the device's efficacy and ease of use. Its effectiveness and value as a tool for demonstrating the benefits of solar technology are confirmed by its high ratings in each category.

            Harnessing solar energy for heating water significantly reduces reliance on fossil fuels, which in turn helps to cut down greenhouse gas emissions and lower carbon footprints. Studies show that solar water heaters can reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 50% or even more when compared to traditional water heating methods, thus playing a crucial role in efforts to combat climate change. Promoting the adoption and use of these effective solar water heating systems encourages environmental sustainability and actively aids in decreasing carbon footprints by utilizing clean and renewable energy.