What are the benefits of storing solar energy?

The main benefits of storing solar energy are as follows:

  • The solar system works most efficiently when the sun is up and the sky is clear. However, it is not very efficient in winter or on cloudy days. Stored solar energy guarantees power supply even when there is less sunlight.

 

  • During peak hours, the rate per unit of electricity is usually high. You can use stored solar energy during peak hours and avoid expensive electricity bills.

 

  • The stored electricity helps balance the electrical load when the demand and production of the load is high or low.

 

  • Solar energy is a renewable and clean energy source. Compared with traditional energy sources, no pollution emissions are generated in the process of using solar power to generate electricity. Using solar power to generate electricity is good for the environment.

 

  • Storing solar energy is a great energy solution that can help people living in areas with unstable grids. Storing solar energy can help you solve power problems anytime.


What are the components of a solar power system?


The solar power generation system consists of 5 main parts. These components are as follows: 

Solar Panels: Solar panels are the most important part of a solar system. It absorbs sunlight from the sun and converts it into electricity.


Inverter: Solar panels absorb sunlight and convert it into direct current. An inverter is a power electronic device that converts direct current to alternating current for consumer use.


Shelving: Solar panels must be placed in maximum sunlight. These panels have been open for years. So we use racks to mount the panels and secure them in a safe place. There are three types of racks: roof mount, pole mount and floor mount.


Batteries: They are an important part of solar energy systems and are used to store electrical energy for later use. The best batteries for storing solar energy are lithium-ion batteries.


Charge Controllers: These controllers are used to control the current flow from the panel to the battery.