Solar inverters convert DC power from solar into AC power which can be used or stored. They can also be tied to the grid to get energy credits. Regular inverters provide conversion from DC to AC and act as a battery backup in case the grid stops sending energy.
Solar inverters convert DC power from solar into AC power which can be used or stored. They can also be tied to the grid to get energy credits. Regular inverters provide conversion from DC to AC and act as a battery backup in case the grid stops sending energy.
Wind turbines while having a higher footprint than solar panels, also harness more energy. The efficiency for wind turbines is around 50% compared to solar panels which are around 20%.
Wind turbines while having a higher footprint than solar panels, also harness more energy. The efficiency for wind turbines is around 50% compared to solar panels which are around 20%.
This might be a little surprising, but solar generation doesn;t have much to do with how hot the weather is. Yes, summer days when it's not cloudy are a great time to see solar kick in strongly,. but extreme heat is not good for generation as well. This is because solar panels generate electricity tRead more
This might be a little surprising, but solar generation doesn;t have much to do with how hot the weather is. Yes, summer days when it’s not cloudy are a great time to see solar kick in strongly,. but extreme heat is not good for generation as well.
This is because solar panels generate electricity thanks to the flow of electrons that are stimulated by light falling on the cell. Most panels available today are tested for optimum operations between 15 to 35 or even 40 degrees centigrade.
When temperatures spike, these electrons can bounce around too much and too fast, reducing voltage, or the amount of electricity generated.
Thus, for every rise in temperature beyond 38 degrees or so, efficiency can come down by 0.5%. At 45 degrees, you could be looking at a 3-4% drop in efficiency therefore.
Excessive heat can even lead to malfunctions of other parts in the system.
The final cost of your solar system will depend on many factors like location (state), installer, choice of input materials. But a benchmark will be between Rs 50,000 and Rs 60,000 per KW.
The final cost of your solar system will depend on many factors like location (state), installer, choice of input materials. But a benchmark will be between Rs 50,000 and Rs 60,000 per KW.
All resident individuals with rights to the roof on their houses, that meet discom standards for a solar system (like weight carrying ability), are elgible.
All resident individuals with rights to the roof on their houses, that meet discom standards for a solar system (like weight carrying ability), are elgible.
Bifacial modules produce solar power from both sides of the panel. This is based on something called the 'albedo' effect, where a light coloured floor or ground reflects enough light to generate electricity through the reverse side of the bi-facial solar panel. Thus, these panels can generate more pRead more
Bifacial modules produce solar power from both sides of the panel. This is based on something called the ‘albedo’ effect, where a light coloured floor or ground reflects enough light to generate electricity through the reverse side of the bi-facial solar panel. Thus, these panels can generate more power than other panels in the right conditions.
Mono-perc solar panels have a passivated emitter & and rear cell and produce from a single side.
Solar modules are actually closer to an assembly process than manufacturing. All previous levels in the chain, from cells to wafers to ingot and polysilicon, are not made in India, other than a little captive capacity for solar cells with some manufacturers. Most of these are imported from China aRead more
Solar modules are actually closer to an assembly process than manufacturing. All previous levels in the chain, from cells to wafers to ingot and polysilicon, are not made in India, other than a little captive capacity for solar cells with some manufacturers. Most of these are imported from China and are then embedded into a panel in India. Thus, with a capacity of over 60 GW now, in future, all solar modules you see are likely to have been ‘made’ in India.
Solar trackers are used for positioning photovoltaic (PV) panels (solar panels) so that they remain perpendicular to the Sun's rays and positioning space telescopes so that they can determine the Sun's direction. They can be used on really large commercial rooftops. Not on residential rooftops, as tRead more
Solar trackers are used for positioning photovoltaic (PV) panels (solar panels) so that they remain perpendicular to the Sun’s rays and positioning space telescopes so that they can determine the Sun’s direction. They can be used on really large commercial rooftops. Not on residential rooftops, as they would not be cost effective.
While the idea might seem good, as more exposure to direct sunrays all day means more energy, you will not find trackers in the market designed for terrace use. Plus, the extra cost, even if you found one or even tried to customise one, would not be worth it possibly.
While the idea might seem good, as more exposure to direct sunrays all day means more energy, you will not find trackers in the market designed for terrace use. Plus, the extra cost, even if you found one or even tried to customise one, would not be worth it possibly.
Difference between a Solar Inverter and Normal Inverter
Solar inverters convert DC power from solar into AC power which can be used or stored. They can also be tied to the grid to get energy credits. Regular inverters provide conversion from DC to AC and act as a battery backup in case the grid stops sending energy.
Solar inverters convert DC power from solar into AC power which can be used or stored. They can also be tied to the grid to get energy credits. Regular inverters provide conversion from DC to AC and act as a battery backup in case the grid stops sending energy.
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Wind turbines while having a higher footprint than solar panels, also harness more energy. The efficiency for wind turbines is around 50% compared to solar panels which are around 20%.
Wind turbines while having a higher footprint than solar panels, also harness more energy. The efficiency for wind turbines is around 50% compared to solar panels which are around 20%.
See lessWill my solar plant perform better during when temperature’s cross 40 degrees?
This might be a little surprising, but solar generation doesn;t have much to do with how hot the weather is. Yes, summer days when it's not cloudy are a great time to see solar kick in strongly,. but extreme heat is not good for generation as well. This is because solar panels generate electricity tRead more
This might be a little surprising, but solar generation doesn;t have much to do with how hot the weather is. Yes, summer days when it’s not cloudy are a great time to see solar kick in strongly,. but extreme heat is not good for generation as well.
This is because solar panels generate electricity thanks to the flow of electrons that are stimulated by light falling on the cell. Most panels available today are tested for optimum operations between 15 to 35 or even 40 degrees centigrade.
When temperatures spike, these electrons can bounce around too much and too fast, reducing voltage, or the amount of electricity generated.
Thus, for every rise in temperature beyond 38 degrees or so, efficiency can come down by 0.5%. At 45 degrees, you could be looking at a 3-4% drop in efficiency therefore.
See lessExcessive heat can even lead to malfunctions of other parts in the system.
How many kW is required for a house?
An average Indian house consumes around 900 kWh per month. A solar panel which generates 2kW can supply upwards of 8 kWh per day.
An average Indian house consumes around 900 kWh per month. A solar panel which generates 2kW can supply upwards of 8 kWh per day.
See lessWhat is the cost of a 2kW solar rooftop?
The final cost of your solar system will depend on many factors like location (state), installer, choice of input materials. But a benchmark will be between Rs 50,000 and Rs 60,000 per KW.
The final cost of your solar system will depend on many factors like location (state), installer, choice of input materials. But a benchmark will be between Rs 50,000 and Rs 60,000 per KW.
See lessWho is eligible for PM surya ghar?
All resident individuals with rights to the roof on their houses, that meet discom standards for a solar system (like weight carrying ability), are elgible.
All resident individuals with rights to the roof on their houses, that meet discom standards for a solar system (like weight carrying ability), are elgible.
See lessWhat are Bifacials? How are these better or different from Mono-PERC?
Bifacial modules produce solar power from both sides of the panel. This is based on something called the 'albedo' effect, where a light coloured floor or ground reflects enough light to generate electricity through the reverse side of the bi-facial solar panel. Thus, these panels can generate more pRead more
Bifacial modules produce solar power from both sides of the panel. This is based on something called the ‘albedo’ effect, where a light coloured floor or ground reflects enough light to generate electricity through the reverse side of the bi-facial solar panel. Thus, these panels can generate more power than other panels in the right conditions.
Mono-perc solar panels have a passivated emitter & and rear cell and produce from a single side.
See lessAre solar modules 100% made in India?
Solar modules are actually closer to an assembly process than manufacturing. All previous levels in the chain, from cells to wafers to ingot and polysilicon, are not made in India, other than a little captive capacity for solar cells with some manufacturers. Most of these are imported from China aRead more
Solar modules are actually closer to an assembly process than manufacturing. All previous levels in the chain, from cells to wafers to ingot and polysilicon, are not made in India, other than a little captive capacity for solar cells with some manufacturers. Most of these are imported from China and are then embedded into a panel in India. Thus, with a capacity of over 60 GW now, in future, all solar modules you see are likely to have been ‘made’ in India.
See lessCan we use solar trackers on rooftops?
Solar trackers are used for positioning photovoltaic (PV) panels (solar panels) so that they remain perpendicular to the Sun's rays and positioning space telescopes so that they can determine the Sun's direction. They can be used on really large commercial rooftops. Not on residential rooftops, as tRead more
Solar trackers are used for positioning photovoltaic (PV) panels (solar panels) so that they remain perpendicular to the Sun’s rays and positioning space telescopes so that they can determine the Sun’s direction. They can be used on really large commercial rooftops. Not on residential rooftops, as they would not be cost effective.
See lessI have an open terrace, would spending more on solar tracker beneficial for me?
While the idea might seem good, as more exposure to direct sunrays all day means more energy, you will not find trackers in the market designed for terrace use. Plus, the extra cost, even if you found one or even tried to customise one, would not be worth it possibly.
While the idea might seem good, as more exposure to direct sunrays all day means more energy, you will not find trackers in the market designed for terrace use. Plus, the extra cost, even if you found one or even tried to customise one, would not be worth it possibly.
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