According to the information from Jiaxing Solar Energy Industries Association on Sept 3, 2009, the average area for solar water heater being used is 0.4 m2 per capita in Jiaxing. Solar water heater penetration rate in Jiaxing ranks the first in China. In recent years, buildings with solar energy facility are actively popularized in Jiaxing.
It is definitely prescribed that a uniformed standard of utilizing solar energy in buildings be adopted when new housing projects are being designed. By the end of 2008, 40% households in the rural and urban areas had solar water heaters. Over 90% households in the newly built multi-floor buildings had solar water heaters.
The sale volume in the solar energy industry in Jiaxing was 6.5 billion yuan in 2008, accounting for one fifth of the market share. The complete industry chain and the strong ability to provide the auxiliary items give the solar energy industry in Jiaxing the advantage. The evacuated solar collector tube production line of Jiaxing accounts for 30% in China, and the supporter production line takes 60% . According to information, 360 stalls are being furnished in the Haining solar water heater market, which will become the largest center for selling solar water heater accessories.
