The quantity of sunlight that reaches the surface of the planet in an hour and a half is sufficient to provide all of the world's energy needs for a complete year. Solar energy systems either use photovoltaic (PV) panels or mirrors to focus solar radiation to convert sunlight into electrical energy. This power may be converted into electricity, or it can be stored thermally or in batteries.

Florida Solar Group was founded with one objective in mind: to offer homeowners in Florida a reliable and affordable source of clean energy. By harnessing the power of the sun, Florida Solar Group provides homeowners with a renewable energy solution that is both eco-friendly and cost-effective.

101: Solar Energy

Solar radiation is the light that the sun emits, commonly referred to as electromagnetic radiation. The quantity of solar energy that reaches any given area on the Earth's surface fluctuates, even though every location gets some sunshine during the course of a year. This radiation is captured by solar technology, which transforms it into usable energy.

Fundamentals of Photovoltaics

Solar panels use PV, which you are probably most acquainted with. The PV cells on a solar panel capture the energy from the sun's rays as it shines on the panel. In reaction to an internal electrical field inside the cell, this energy generates electrical charges that move, which results in the flow of electricity.

Fundamentals of Concentrated Solar-Thermal Power

Reflecting and concentrating sunlight onto receivers, concentrated solar-thermal power (CSP) systems employ mirrors to gather solar energy, convert it to heat that may be used to generate electricity or stored for later use. It is mostly used in really sizable power plants.

Fundamentals of Systems Integration

The use of solar energy technology is not limited to the production of electricity by PV or CSP systems. These solar energy systems must be integrated with various ratios of conventional and alternative renewable energy sources into buildings, commercial buildings, and existing electrical networks.

Fundamentals Soft Costs

The price of solar energy is also influenced by a variety of soft factors, sometimes known as non-hardware costs. In addition to the expenditures solar firms spend to find new clients, pay suppliers, and cover their operating expenses, these costs also include those associated with obtaining permits, financing, and installing solar. The greatest portion of overall expenditures for rooftop solar energy systems is made up of soft charges.