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i want to know how to hook up solar panels to my existing power. all i can find on the internet is to use batteries and a inverter. but i want to use all of my existing lights and outlets off of the solar energy. i have heard that you can actually turn the meter backwards and use supplied power when needed. thats what i want to do and is it possible to do myself and if so, how?
Hooking up without batteries is actually the most common way to do it, but it's a non-trivial project, and dangerous if you don't know what you're doing. There is a device called a grid-tied inverter - that performs the task of putting energy back into the power grid. The reason you don't see homemade panels being hooked to the grid is because the power company's permission is required, and they will not grant it unless you meet building codes, and those codes require parts with at least a UL listing. No homemade panels would quality.
Could you throw some long scientific words in with your answer so I can impress my teacher, I'm looking to expand my scientific vocab. Thanks
Solar panels are a generic term for any type of solar collecting panel. There are two major types: Photovoltaic uses substances that turn the incoming radiation directly into electricity. Usually you have to have direct sunlight (no clouds) for this to work well. Solar thermal is also used in a lot of areas. Here the radiation is used to heat a circulating fluid (often water directly), and then that is either used directly, or it's used for heat exchange with a heat pump or a boiler system. Solar thermal can collect significant heat even on a cloudy day. So a solar panel could be made of photovoltaic panels, but it doesn't have to be.
Yes, solar panels are weatherproof. They are designed to withstand various weather conditions including rain, snow, wind, and extreme temperatures. The materials used in solar panels are durable and built to protect them from environmental elements, ensuring their longevity and performance.
I am writing a lab for school and I need to know who invented solar panels? Any help would be great.
Google would like to be your friend - Try - who invented solar panels and see what turns up.
Yes, there are tax credits available for installing solar panels. The federal government offers a Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC), which allows homeowners and businesses to deduct a percentage of the cost of purchasing and installing solar panels from their federal taxes. Additionally, some states and local jurisdictions also provide their own incentives and tax credits for solar panel installations.
Solar panels can greatly enhance a property's overall sustainability by generating clean and renewable energy from the sun. By reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering carbon emissions, solar panels contribute to a greener environment. Additionally, solar energy can help reduce electricity bills and provide a reliable and independent source of power, making the property more self-sufficient and resilient.
Yes, solar panels can be installed on concert venues or music festivals. In fact, many venues and festivals are now embracing renewable energy solutions like solar panels to reduce their carbon footprint and promote sustainability. Solar panels can be installed on rooftops, parking lots, or open spaces, providing a clean and renewable source of energy to power stages, lighting, and other electrical needs. This not only helps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, but also showcases a commitment to environmental responsibility in the entertainment industry.
does it mean that it can get that much in a day? Or like, in an hour?
That means it can handle UP TO 00W at any given time in bright sunlight. Volts x Amps = Watts. This means you can use of these panels to supply a 9 volt DC appliance at amps. Which is a pretty ridiculous amount of amps for a 9 volt product. About 5 of the 65 Watt panels will give you in excess of 825W of power, which will give you 5kWh per day. But, remember that's DC. When you convert to AC, that changes. I would suggest keeping batteries for storage. Also, You might require an average of 825 W per hour, but at any given time, you'll use a higher peak. You need to find out what the PEAK is before you can decide what to get. That would be with all the lights on in your house, running the vacuum, the dryer, and the washing machine. I think most houses are built with 00Amp breakers. That's 2 kilowatts at one time. That would mean you would need 72 panels to be at the PEAK your house can handle. You'll hopefully never use 2kW at one time. But there's no way for me to know what YOUR peak will be. I think the average kW peak demand is somewhere in the range of 2 kW. That would require 3+ panels.