Abstract: This solar energy collector includes a base and an outwardly inclined collar having a mirror finish carried by the base. An energy absorbing pine tar substance for absorbing solar energy is carried by the base. Copper tubing arranged in a generally spiral pattern provides a heat exchange conduit located within the energy absorbing substance and fluid is passed through the pipes to absorb heat from the energy absorbing substance. A metallic ring is disposed on top of the pine tar and lenses are located above the metallic ring for focusing solar energy on the metallic ring and transferring heat to the pine tar.