Solar panels or collectors capture sunlight. In photovoltaic systems, sunlight hits semiconductor materials; in thermal systems, it heats a fluid.
Solar technology functions by converting sunlight into usable energy. Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems achieve this by using solar panels to directly transform sunlight into electricity, which powers homes, businesses, and other applications. Solar thermal systems capture sunlight to generate heat, used for water heating, space heating, or industrial processes. These methods provide a renewable and sustainable energy source, reducing dependence on fossil fuels and lowering greenhouse gas emissions.
Solar panels or collectors capture sunlight. In photovoltaic systems, sunlight hits semiconductor materials; in thermal systems, it heats a fluid.
In PV systems, the captured sunlight is converted into direct current (DC) electricity. In thermal systems, the heated fluid produces steam or hot water.
PV systems use an inverter to convert DC electricity into alternating current (AC) for use in homes and businesses. In thermal systems, steam drives a turbine to generate electricity or directly heats water.
The generated electricity or heat is used to power various applications, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and providing a sustainable energy source.
Residential: Provides electricity and hot water for homes, reducing energy bills and carbon footprints.
Commercial: Powers businesses, reduces operational costs, and supports corporate sustainability goals.
Industrial: Supplies energy for manufacturing processes and operations, offering cost savings and energy reliability.
Agriculture: Powers irrigation systems, greenhouses, and farm operations, enhancing productivity and reducing energy costs.
Utilities: Utilized in large-scale solar farms to generate renewable energy for the grid, supporting national and regional energy needs.
Transportation: Powers solar vehicles and infrastructure, such as solar-powered charging stations, supporting the transition to clean energy in transport.
