Is it safe to walk on solar panels? Solar panels are not designed to be walked on. Walking on them can cause the glass surface to break and damage the cells beneath, reducing the efficiency of your system. In North America, the average adult human weighs around 180 pounds, which translates to 90 pounds of … Read more
Glass Used In Solar Panel Manufacturing If you’re looking to purchase new solar panels for your home or business then make sure to choose one that’s right for your needs! Remember that not all glasses are created equal so do some research before making your decision. We hope this article answers any questions you may … Read more
Impact of solar panels on Global Warming We know that fossil fuels cause global warming by emitting large amounts of greenhouse gases. But what about solar panels, which are promoted intensively for producing clean, renewable energy. Here is what to know about solar panels’ contribution to global warming. [toc] Solar panels don’t cause global warming because … Read more
Why is silicon used for making solar cells? Silicon is very often used in solar panels as a semiconductor because it is a cost-efficient material that offers good energy efficiency. Other than that it has high corrosion resistance, long-term durability, optimal thermal expansion properties, good photoconductivity, and low toxicity. Silicon exists in nature abundantly so … Read more
EMP or Solar Flares: Do they cause any damage? Solar panels are safe from nuclear electromagnetic pulses (EMP)s or solar flares with the exception of their diodes. However, these events may pose risks to the functionality of the components like the inverter, controller, and battery bank. In this post, we will discuss; [toc] What is … Read more
Can You Use Solar Power During Night? Solar panels don’t produce energy during the night. Because photovoltaic cells in solar panels only produce energy when they are exposed to sunlight. So, if you’re going to run your appliances at night, then your solar panels need a battery backup so that the electricity generated by them … Read more
Should You Ground Your Solar Panels? Solar panels can be dangerous if they are installed without any earthing or also know a grounding system. Therefore, you need to make sure all new installations have been done safely by installing properly grounded solar panels and wiring them up correctly. [toc] It is critical to properly install … Read more
How does salt exposure affect solar panels? Do solar panels work when they are exposed to saltwater or salty air? The answer, while not always clear-cut, is that the damage caused by these elements depends on how long the solar panel stays wet and/or exposed to salty air. [toc] In this blog post, we will … Read more
Should you buy used solar panels for your property? Solar panels are a good source of green energy. They can power up your home and save you the money you spend on humongous electricity bills. While this is true, the investment needs an analytical eye before you are sol on it. Most people are moving … Read more
How to keep birds away from your panels? Birds can be a major problem for solar panels. They will not only often sit on top, and leave droppings all over the place but also go under the panel and mess with electronic components. In this post, we will talk about how to prevent birds go … Read more