Of the many solar energy technologies, Photovoltaics (PV) show the most promise for worldwide acceptance and applications. PV or solar cells have no moving parts, are simple in design, are environmentally friendly, need very little maintenance, and silently produce electricity when they are exposed to light.
Solar cells operate in accordance with the photovoltaic effect, (“photo-light, voltaic- -electricity). Solar cells are usually made of silicon. When a photon (particles of sunlight) strikes a molecule within the silicon cell, an electron is knocked free. An electrical field causes this free electron to move to one side of the cell. The accumulated effect of millions of this interaction generates electricity.
Solar saves money
From the very first day you start using solar power in your home or business you will stop paying for a large percentage of the energy you use. Our bespoke installation will provide you with free energy for at least 25 years. We all know that oil supplies (on which we depend to produce electricity) are running out across the world. Right now a solar PV system could be generating free electricity on your roof and earning you a handsome, tax free, government guaranteed income typically worth in the region of £500 – £600 per year for a 3.68kWp system.
Will Solar be effective in the UK’s Climate?
A photovoltaic (PV) system needs unobstructed access to the sun’s rays for most or all of the day. Climate is not really a concern, because PV systems are relatively unaffected by severe weather. In fact, some PV modules actually work better in colder weather. Most PV modules are angled to catch the sun’s rays, so any snow that collects on them usually melts quickly. Therefore there is enough sunlight to make solar energy systems useful and effective nearly everywhere in the United Kingdom.
Solar Installations can add value to your property
Report finds that solar panels will increase property values:-
September 14, 2009
The Energy Savings Trust has released a report that the installation of solar panels on residential properties would significantly increase the price that house buyers would be willing to pay for those properties. With the government’s announcement that the clean energy cash back scheme will be introduced in April 2010, a great deal of interest has been stirred in the viability of solar power and will undoubtedly see an increase in the uptake of photovoltaic (PV) equipment.
The survey found that out of a total of 2,700 people who were questioned, over half answered that they would be interested in looking into whether solar panels would be suitable for their homes. Similarly, a third responded that they would be willing to pay more for a house with a solar installation. These findings would suggest that despite the initial costs of installing solar panels, the cash back scheme along with the fact that they will add value to your property will go to add financial viability to a renewable energy option which, in the past has been considered too expensive to consider.
Regarding the findings, Chief Executive of the Energy Savings Trust, Philip Sellwood stated, “It seems Britons are willing to pay more for a home with a renewable energy source so investing in a solar panel or a wind turbine could add to the resale value of a property and be as attractive to house hunters as a new kitchen or solid wood floors”.
Having a solar energy system installed is quick and straightforward
Many people are surprised to hear that fitting a solar system on their roof is actually a very straightforward job. For our highly trained teams of installers an average sized installation would normally take no more than one day. There is minimum disturbance to the inside of your home as our works are carried out on the roof and generally in the loft or garage area.
