Solar Power: Tapping into the Energy of the Sun Photovoltaic (PV)
Solar power, the process of harnessing the sun’s energy to create electricity, has gained popularity as a clean and renewable energy resource that can help meet global energy demand and address climate change.Photovoltaic (PV)
How Solar Power Works Photovoltaic (PV)
A solar power system generally comprises of the following:
1. Solar Panels:these are a composition of photovoltaic (PV) cells that absorb sunlight, turning it into direct current (DC) electricity.
Inverter: It is used to convert the direct current (DC) electricity generated by solar panels into alternating current (AC) electricity that can be used for residential and commercial power consumption or fed into the electrical grid.
Types of solar power systemsSolar PowerSolar energy generator types.
Residential Solar: The installation of solar panels on rooftops to produce electricity for homes
Commercial Solar ==》This type of solar involves the installation of solar panels on commercial buildings such as offices, warehouses and factories.
Utility-Scale Solar — Electricity generation at solar power plants, operating in accordance with the grid
Benefits of Solar Power
Non-Polluting-Energy:** Solar power is not a source of greenhouse gas emissions.
Decreased dependence on fossil fuels; Solar energy can minimize the need on fossil fuels.
Lower Electricity Bills: Solar power can help reduce your electricity bills almost entirely.
Energy Independence — Solar energy can contribute to making countries more energy independent.
Employment Opportunities:** The solar industry provides jobs in production, installation, and servicing.
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There are many pros of solar power, but there are also cons:
Reason #2: Intermittency: There is no sunlight, thus no solar power on cloudy or rainy days.
High Upfront Cost:** The initial investment of establishing a solar system can be high.
Grid Integration: The integration of solar power into the grid at a large scale is yet to be planned and managed properly.
While there are plenty of hurdles to overcome, advances in technology and declining costs are tackling these issues. With continued investment in research and development, supportive government policies, growing public awareness of climate change and renewable energy solutions, the future of solar power is looking bright. What with the world moving towards a low-carbon economy,