Solar PV

Solar PV systems use cells to convert sunlight into electricity. The PV cell consists of one or two layers of a semi conducting material, usually silicon. When light shines on the cell it creates an electrical field across the layers causing electricity to flow. The greater the intensity of the light, the greater the flow of electricity.

PV cells are reffered to in terms of amount of energy they generate in full sunlight; known as kilowatt peak or kWp.

The solar Cell is the basic building block of Solar PV technology. Most people are familiar with PV Solar Cells that power calculators. These cells are wired together to form a module (PV Solar Panel).

The PV modules gather solar energy in the form of sunlight and convert it into direct current (DC) electricity. An inverter can convert this DC power into alternating current (AC) power, which is the type of electricity used in your home.

PV modules are joined together to form a PV Solar Panel system. Large PV systems can be integrated into buildings to generate electricity.