People have been fascinated by the sun since the very beginning.The sun was worshipped as a form of God by ancient civilizations for many years and many cultures still do. Even agricultural and farming efforts have relied on the rays of the sun’s to grow crops and sustain masses throughout history.
However, only recently we have discovered how to harness the inexhaustible power of the sun. The resulting technologies have promising long-term implications for renewable energy and sustainability. Let’s take a closer look at how solar rooftop systems work, their benefits and how we can optimise them.
3 Benefits of using solar systems
- Energy production is practically free
Residential rooftop solutions do not require any external power source to function, so its maintenance and energy production costs are practically non-existent. The only costs associated with solar panels are for the manufacturing and installation of the components. - Sustainability
Solar energy has the advantage of being a more environmentally friendly alternative to fossil fuels. While fossil fuels are nearing the end of their useful lives, the sun is expected to last for at least a few billion years. - Flexible installation
Because of its ease and simplicity of installation, it can be installed almost anywhere, utilising both vertical and horizontal spaces with no specific use.
Steps for optimization of your solar system
One of the most important ways for optimum utilization out of your solar rooftop system is to keep it clean. Dust and other particles can accumulate and reduce the amount of energy produced by your panels over time. Here are a few simple steps to increase optimization.
- Do not install solar panels in shady areas
Given that solar panels generate electricity from sunlight, it is only natural that shade reduces power output. Even if only one photovoltaic cell is shaded, the energy generated by the cells next to it can be affected. Spend time analysing a site during the planning process to ensure that shade will not be an issue. - Clean your solar panels
Cleaning your solar panels on a regular basis is recommended because dust and dirt can accumulate on the surface and reduce efficiency. As cleaning solar panels is extremely easy and hassle-free, one can clean them as per their requirement. - Maintain the solar panels temperature
Semiconductors are used in the production of solar panels and their performance degrades with increasing temperature. However, as the efficiency of solar panels reduces in the absence of sunlight, they must warm up. As a result, there must be at least 7 inches of space between the solar panels and the roof for natural cooling. - Use better battery solutions
The vast majority of the energy generated by solar panels is not immediately consumed. The energy generated by the solar panels is stored in batteries. Opt for batteries and inverters that suit your energy and storage needs. If your storage solution is efficient it will maximise the effectiveness of the solar panels.
At Mahindra Solarize we are passionate about making our planet a greener place using clean energy and are committed to building a sustainable future. We provide technologically-superior renewable solutions for all your solar needs. Our products include Solar rooftops for commercial and industrial purposes residential purposes and solar water pumps.
Even though India is rapidly expanding its production of renewable energy sources such as solar and wind, the numerous advantages of rooftop solar power for homes remain largely unknown. Few people are aware that the cost of installing a solar rooftop system for your home is no longer prohibitively expensive, so if you’re looking to switch to solar power, now is the time.
