What are Solar PV panels?

A solar PV panel consists of many cells made from layers of semi-conducting material, most commonly silicon. When light shines on this material, a flow of electricity is created.

The cells don’t need direct sunlight to work and can even work on cloudy days. However, the stronger the sunshine, the more electricity generated.

Solar PV systems are made up of several panels, with a typical domestic system containing around 10 panels, and generate direct current (DC) electricity. Because the electricity used for household appliances is alternating current (AC), an inverter is installed along with the system to convert DC electricity to AC. This electricity can be used throughout your home, or exported to the grid. Helping you save the planet and on bills.

Why you should add Solar PV to your home

Solar is now one of the lowest costing ways to generate electricity and, unlike other more traditional types of energy, they won’t run out. It’s not surprising, then, that fitting solar panels on the roofs of domestic properties is a popular home improvement, with an estimated one million systems on houses across the UK. Over time, they will help cut your electricity bills as well as your carbon footprint, while you also get paid for the extra energy you generate. With solar improving year-on-year, there are now really sleek, slimline all black panels which can bring a modern futurist look to your home.  

Battery Storage

A great way to harness all of your generation for self-consumption is through battery storage. This enables you to store any surplus electricity generated by your solar panels and use them when it’s needed most, rather than sending it back to the grid.

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