Solar Power could be your next step to saving money. With energy bills on the rise solar panels are a smart, long-term investment to not only make your home more sustainable but save you hundreds of pounds on your energy bills.
But how do they actually work? Let’s break it down together.
How Do Solar Panels Actually Work?
Each panel is made up of photovoltaic (PV) cells, which convert sunlight into electricity. When sunlight hits the cells, it creates an electric field that generates direct current (DC) electricity. This then passes through an inverter, which transforms it into alternating current (AC). This then powers your home and all your household appliances.
This process happens from sunrise to sunset, efficiently running your home, quietly, cleanly and automatically without you having to lift a finger.
What Happens to the Energy the Panels Produce?
There are a few options that you can utilise when using solar energy.
Firstly, you can use it instantly to power your whole home during the day directly from your panels.
Secondly, you can store it with a solar battery. This way you can save the excess electricity to use when the sun goes down.
And lastly, you can even make money back from your panels! You can send it back to the grid and get paid for your unused electricity through schemes like the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG).
So, What Do Solar Panels Actually Save You?
Let’s dive into how solar can benefit you not just in being eco-friendly and sustainable.
Lower Electricity Bills
You can cut your electricity bills by up to 70%, depending on your system size and usage habits.
Protection from Rising Energy Prices
Electricity prices are unpredictable but with solar, you’re generating your own energy, making you less vulnerable to price hikes from suppliers.
Earnings from Excess Power
With Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) many homeowners can earn on average of £100–£150 per year by selling their surplus electricity back to the grid.
Misconceptions Around Solar Panels
A common question we hear is “Will solar panels still work when its so cloudy in the UK” and the simple answer is YES! Solar panels do not need the sun to be blazing they just simply need daylight. Even on overcast days your system will still generate power.
The second query is about solar panels being high maintenance. But the truth is they are very low maintenance. Most panels last 25+ years, and an occasional clean is usually all they need, so no need to worry.
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