Photovoltaics: energy from the sun
Photovoltaics, commonly referred to as solar panels, is a method for generating electric power by using solar cells to convert energy from the sun into electricity. The photovoltaic effect refers to photons of light knocking electrons into a higher state of energy to create electricity. Solar cells produce direct current electricity from light, which can be used to power equipment or to charge a battery. Today photovoltaic systems are used for grid connected power generation, or onsite applications. In this case an inverter is required to convert the DC to AC.
Thin Film Photovoltaics
A slightly different technology from standard crystalline solar panels are our Solar Photovoltaic Laminate Panels, or “Thin Film”. These are a great option we can offer to both commercial and residential applications. This thin film is durable, lightweight and comes with a 25-year performance warranty.
These solar panels or laminate sheets adhere directly to the either a metal roof or roof membrane with no penetrations necessary. They are light, flexible and can in some cases be mobile when relocating! The amorphous silicon cells in this system pick up the sun’s energy for more hours each day, therefore creating more power annually, than other PV technologies.
Crystalline
Crystalline solar panels are racked solar cells that create power from the sun’s energy during peak hours of the day. Although crystalline panels have been on the market for decades, we at Baker Renewable Energy have located the best, most durable long-lasting products for our commercial and residential clients. These panels coupled with an onsite inverter converts DC to AC power which can then be run back through your home or building, or sold to the utility grid for a nice monthly premium.
Crystalline solar panels produce the most energy per square foot, calculated in watts, than any other photovoltaic technology. Harnessing the sun’s rays during the most powerful hours of the day is the trick to this system’s high power output.
