How does solar energy work and how can it be converted into electricity ?
Abundantly Available
Solar energy i.e. energy from the sun provide consistent and steady source of solar power throughout the year. As our natural resources set to decline in the years to come, its important for the whole world to move towards renewable sources.
Easy Installation
Solar panels are easy to install and only requires minimum wires, cords or power sources. Unlike wind and geothermal power stations which require them to be tied with drilling machines, solar panels does not require them and can be installed on the rooftops which means no new space is needed and each home or business user can generate their own electricity. Moreover, they can be installed in distributed fashion which means no large scale installations are needed.
Zero Maintenance
Solar cells generally does not require any maintenance and run for long time. More solar panels can be added from time to time when needed. Although, solar panels have initial cost but there are no recurring costs. Initial cost that is incurred once can be recovered in the long run. Apart from this, solar panels does not create any noise and does not release offensive smell.
Uninterrupted Power Supply
Solar generator will supply up to twelve hours of uninterrupted backup power for a small office, and up to eight hours of run-time for essential home appliances and small electronics during a power outage.
Environment Friendly Green Energy
Solar energy is non-polluting, clean, reliable and renewable source of electricity. It does not pollute the air by releasing harmful gases like carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxide and sulphur oxide. Solar energy does not require fuel and thus avoids the problems of transportation of fuel or the storage of radioactive waste.
Tax Breaks Available
Government agencies, utilities and others are now favorable to offer of tax credits, rebates and other incentives to support energy efficiency, encourage the use of renewable energy sources, and support efforts to conserve energy and lessen pollution.
