The "Why?" thread.

[Barman]

Maybe when we learn how to store electricity the way we can store gas the turbines may have some use but until then expect them to be not working far more than working.

Excuse my stupidity, because no doubt this is a stupid question. But how do electric storage heaters work then? 

The electricity runs through cables that are inserted between layers of bricks. These bricks get hot and retain the heat which they then release during the hours when the electricity is turned off. They store heat not electricity OK?

Don?t believe him Wenchy ? he is trying to embarrass you! 

They have great big Duracell batteries in them. 

[Snoopy]

Maybe when we learn how to store electricity the way we can store gas the turbines may have some use but until then expect them to be not working far more than working.

Excuse my stupidity, because no doubt this is a stupid question. But how do electric storage heaters work then? 

The electricity runs through cables that are inserted between layers of bricks. These bricks get hot and retain the heat which they then release during the hours when the electricity is turned off. They store heat not electricity OK?

Don?t believe him Wenchy ? he is trying to embarrass you! 

They have great big Duracell batteries in them. 

Unlike some I have never lied to Wenchy.

[Barman]

Maybe when we learn how to store electricity the way we can store gas the turbines may have some use but until then expect them to be not working far more than working.

Excuse my stupidity, because no doubt this is a stupid question. But how do electric storage heaters work then? 

The electricity runs through cables that are inserted between layers of bricks. These bricks get hot and retain the heat which they then release during the hours when the electricity is turned off. They store heat not electricity OK?

Don?t believe him Wenchy ? he is trying to embarrass you! 

They have great big Duracell batteries in them. 

Unlike some I have never lied to Wenchy.

A liar, moi? 

[Snoopy]

A Simple Guide to Electric Storage Heating

Storage Heaters     |     Boilers     |     Electric Underfloor     |     Heat Pumps

There are three main types of electric storage heating, all of which rely on using cheap off-peak electricity to store heat in an insulated container of water or bricks. This stored heat can then be gradually released into a home during the day. Dry storage heating systems tend to be less responsive than central heating systems with a boiler and radiators, and all electric systems have a reputation for being relatively expensive to run. Cost should not be a major issue for homes that are well insulated, although - as with all systems - care needs to be taken on how to use them most effectively.

A fourth type of system uses a Ground Source Heat Pump, where heat from the sun is naturally stored in the ground surrounding a building, and electricity is used to pump this heat into the property.

Taken from the National Energy Web Site at: http://www.nef.org.uk/energyadvice/storageheating.htm

[Barman]

A Simple Guide to Electric Storage Heating

Storage Heaters     |     Boilers     |     Electric Underfloor     |     Heat Pumps

There are three main types of electric storage heating, all of which rely on using cheap off-peak electricity to store heat in an insulated container of water or bricks. This stored heat can then be gradually released into a home during the day. Dry storage heating systems tend to be less responsive than central heating systems with a boiler and radiators, and all electric systems have a reputation for being relatively expensive to run. Cost should not be a major issue for homes that are well insulated, although - as with all systems - care needs to be taken on how to use them most effectively.

A fourth type of system uses a Ground Source Heat Pump, where heat from the sun is naturally stored in the ground surrounding a building, and electricity is used to pump this heat into the property.

Taken from the National Energy Web Site at: http://www.nef.org.uk/energyadvice/storageheating.htm

Oh but they would say that wouldn't they? 

[Bar Wench]

Ahhhhh.

Everyone lies to me.