It's a fact that all life depends on and comes from the sun. The production of oxygen and food would be impossible without solar energy. Farmers know the value of a large field with a plentiful supply of sunlight, and now individuals all around the world are taking this boundless source of diffuse energy more seriously as the finite supply of fossil fuels dwindle.
Today less than 0.1% of our heating, transportation and power energy comes from direct sunlight although it is now possible to meet all our energy needs with this simple, renewable resource.
Design and Installation of PV Systems
The selection and proper installation of appropriately-sized components directly affect system reliability, lifetime, and initial cost. In any installation, it must be kept in mind that trade-offs are necessary in system design and component selection. Information provided here will assist in making your own system decisions.
Systems may be divided into three types, and design and installation of each type encompasses unique considerations and concerns:
- Stand-alone systems - those systems which use photovoltaics technology only, and are not connected to a utility grid.
- Hybrid systems - those systems which use photovoltaics and some other form of energy, such as diesel generation or wind.
- Grid-tied systems - those systems which are connected to a utility grid.
Request Free Consultation
Schedule a Free Solar Consultation with one of our knowledgeable consultants to learn how much a system will cost for your home and how much you can save every month on your electricity bills.
The initial call will be about 15 minutes. The solar consultant will review your historical electrical usage patterns and evaluate your home via satellite photos for roof space and solar exposure. You will discuss what percentage of your electrical usage you would like to offset with clean solar power.
One of the next steps is to conduct a site visit to evaluate your roof structure and measure the solar exposure on your roof.
