Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity using photovoltaic (PV) cells. They're a renewable energy source, offering numerous benefits:
1. Renewable energy: Harnessing sunlight reduces reliance on fossil fuels.
2. Energy savings: Lower electricity bills.
3. Environmental benefits: Zero emissions or pollution.
Solar panels are suitable for:
1. Residential homes
2. Commercial buildings
3. Industrial settings
There are several types of solar systems:
1. On-Grid Solar Systems: Connected to the electrical grid, allowing for net metering and selling excess energy back to the grid.
2. Off-Grid Solar Systems: Standalone systems that generate and store energy independently, often used in remote areas without grid access.
3. Hybrid Solar Systems: Combine on-grid and off-grid features, often with battery storage, providing backup power during outage