General Solar Power FAQs

PV is short for photovoltaics (photo=light, voltaics=electricity). PV is a semiconductor-based technology used to convert light energy into direct current (DC) electricity, using no moving parts, consuming no conventional fuels, and creating no pollution.

All panels installed under the scheme by approved agents will continue to generate efficiently for at least 25 years. Over this time their output will diminish slightly but they should still perform at 85% at the 25 year mark according to the scheme rules. Manufacturers have invested heavily to ensure their products meet and in most cases exceed these targets.

You’ll always get the best return from solar if you self consume a decent (over 30%) amount of your generated solar energy.

Generally, grid connect systems direct excess electricity produced during the day back into the local electricity grid; so there is no on-site storage as such. You then receive credit for any power that you put back into the grid. At night time, you automatically use electricity straight from the grid. Off-grid systems store energy produced during the day in deep cycle batteries for use as required.

Any size grid connect solar system will help slash your power bills. To determine how large a system you’ll need to gain the savings you wish, try sending us a solar quotes.

During Daytime Solar energy is stored in battery-bank, which in turn is used at night.