Solar Panels save you money by eliminating your need to draw energy from the electric grid. Solar photovoltaic (PV) electricity generation is very cost effective for electricity generation.
Solar Energy 101: A Solar Power System consists of 4 main areas:
Solar (PV) Panels – These panels hold a collection of solar cells that will can vary in the cell type and the arrangement of the cells. They come in various sizes depending on the needs of your home or business.
Solar Inverter – Converts the DC electricity the solar panels produce into 230 volts of AC electricity for your use.
Solar Panel Racking – This basically keeps the solar panels mounted to your roof.
Consumption Monitor – This provides the tracking ability to see the energy your home is producing and the energy that your home is using.
Within each of these areas, it is important that you make the proper decision and find the proper systems for your needs.