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Solar thermal energy is a technology that uses the solar energy to generate heat. This is achieved through the use of solar collectors, which absorb the sun's rays and convert them into heat. The heat produced can be used to heat homes, provide hot water or support heating systems. Solar thermal energy is an environmentally friendly and sustainable method of energy generation as it produces no harmful emissions and solar energy is an inexhaustible source of energy. To maximise the efficiency of solar thermal systems, it is important that solar collectors are regularly maintained. They should also be positioned to capture as much sunlight as possible.