What is solar power?
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Solar power is the power that is generated by converting the sun's rays into usable current. No matter how much sun your property gets, you can use solar power to supplement the electricity you buy from your power provider or even replace it! Solar power is created when sunlight is capturing using solar panels, converted into power through an inverter, and then used in running your appliances. Generating solar power is an investment in the environment, reduces your bills and increases the value of your home.
So how does it work?
Step 1: The Sun
Every home has sun in different places and at different times of the day. The volume of sun rays can vary by regional area and from summer to winter, but most Australian homes can capture enough sun to make a significant amount of energy.
Your qualified solar specialist will advise you on the best part of your home to place your solar panels.
Step 2: Solar panels
Solar panels are flat panels made of silicon that absorb the light, usually placed on roofs (although they can also be placed on the ground on stands that move and follow the sun). Excellent technological advances has driven quality up and prices down. You can choose from many different options.
Step 3: The Inverter
Inverters are the key to the process, as solar panels capture energy in unusable form. They convert DC power (unusable) to AC power. There are lots of different sizes, types and brands available.
Step 4: Your appliances
Check your appliances and make sure that they won't be affected by the change to solar power (most appliances will not).
Step 5: Cash in and connect to the grid
If you generate more electricity than you use, simply connect to the general electrical grid and sell power back to the power company.
Solar can be complicated, so we'd recommend that you contact an expert to check your energy needs and give you a quote. There are lots of government rebates for solar and solar hot water, and you can also get great results over time by starting slow and investing more over time (start with a couple of panels and get more later!).
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