What is Solar?
Solar converts sunlight into electricity using photovoltaic (PV) panels installed on a home’s roof.
Solar lets your home produce its own electricity instead of buying all of it from the utility.
Core Components
- Solar Panels – Produce DC electricity
- Inverter (Micro or String) – Converts DC to usable AC power
- Main Electrical Panel – Distributes power in the home
- Battery (optional) – Stores excess power for outages or night use
- Utility Meter – Tracks energy imported/exported
Knowledge Check (Quick Quiz)
What is the main function of an inverter?
True or False: Solar works only when the sun is out
