How Solar Power Works to Energize Your Home

Solar energy is one of the most effective alternatives to fossil fuels. It is the most reliable and cleanest form of renewable energy. In a world where the effects of fossil fuels are now becoming apparent, solar power has become all the more feasible.
Extraction, processing and consumption of fossil fuels such as coal, oil and gas drilling have exacerbated global pollution.
These traditional fuels have also led to an increase in greenhouse gas emissions, destruction of ecosystems, air pollution, diseases, among other devastating consequences.
It is against this backdrop that harnessing solar energy from the sun has increased.
This post examines various ways homeowners can leverage solar energy to power their homes.
From solar air conditioning, lighting, water heaters to cooking, there’s no limit to the innovative ways you can use this natural energy source in your home.
 
Overview of Solar Power at Work
The use of solar as an energy source is an age-old practice.
However, its application in modern times is more urgent as an alternative to harmful fossil fuels.
A solar power system requires solar panels installed on a rooftop or the best position on a home.
When you wire each solar panels in series, they form what’s known as a solar photovoltaic array.
These panels consist of photovoltaic cells, which through thermal collectors, absorb light from the sun and transform it into electricity.
Multiple solar photovoltaic array cables terminate in a fused array combiner or an electrical box.
They generate direct current (DC) energy which requires an inverter for conversion into alternating current (AC) energy for multiple home applications such as appliances, solar air conditioner, bulbs and other uses.
 
Applications of Solar Energy in a Home
Over the years, innovative technology in solar power systems has seen different models launched to the market, but they all fall into off-grid, grid inter-tied and grid inter-tied with battery backup.
Whatever the solar power system you install, it’s possible to energize your home in the following ways:
 
Solar Lighting

Lighting is essential in your home, and for this reason, you need a steady supply of power throughout the year.
Lighting is one of the major items in your power bill but you can now opt for cleaner and cost-effective solar electricity by installing a photovoltaic solar panel system.
The solar panels offset your home’s usage and you can use the power for both indoor and outdoor lighting.
Many homeowners would like to light up their gardens or backyards but they can’t do that due to the high cost of power.
With a solar power system, you can bring your home to life in an eco-friendly and cheap way.
 
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