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Mar
13

Harnessing the power of sunlight. How do solar panels work?












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Jacksonville, Florida homeowner laying down on his solar panel system


Solar panels are a popular way to generate clean, renewable energy from the sun. But how do they work? In this blog, we'll break down the basics of how solar panels work in layman's terms.


Solar panels are made up of photovoltaic (PV) cells, which are typically made of silicon. When sunlight hits the PV cells, it creates an electric field that causes electrons to flow, generating direct current (DC) electricity. This electricity can then be used to power your home, business, or stored in a battery for later use.


But how do PV cells turn sunlight into electricity? The process starts with the sun's rays, which contain particle...


Mar
06

MONEY SAVING HOME IMPROVEMENT


As homeowners, we all know the struggle of high energy bills. At EnLight.Energy, we understand the burden that high energy bills can bring, and we're here to help you protect yourself from energy hikes and lower your monthly energy bills. Our mission is to provide homeowners with energy-efficient solutions that are sustainable, cost-effective, and reduce their carbon footprint.


Here are five ways EnLight.Energy can help you save money on your energy bills:




  1. Invest in Energy-Efficient Appliances: Upgrading to energy-efficient appliances is one of the easiest ways to reduce your energy consumption and save money. EnLight.Energy can guide you towards a wide range of energy-efficient appliances tha...


Sep
06

WHAT DOES [INSERT SOLAR LINGO] MEAN?






Confused by insolation, inverter, and irradiance? Consider the solar energy glossary your handy guide to all the solar lingo.


The U.S. Department of Energy's solar energy glossary contains definitions for technical terms related to solar energy, electricity, and power generation by technologies like photovoltaics (PV) and concentrating solar-thermal power (CSP).


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III-V cell — A high-efficiency solar cell made from materials including Group III and Group V elements from the periodic table.








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absorber — In a photovoltaic device, the material that readily absorbs photons to generate charge carriers (free electrons or holes).


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Nov
18

5 formas de hacer de tu hogar un hogar más eficiente


Reemplazar los electrodomésticos de alta energía con versiones más eficientes


Comprar electrodomésticos con la etiqueta ENERGY STAR asegurará que los electrodomésticos grandes, como el lavavajillas, la secadora y la lavadora, utilicen la menor cantidad de energía. Los electrodomésticos cumplen con una variedad de estándares antes de recibir la prestigiosa etiqueta. Además, el funcionamiento de estos aparatos después de las horas pico de demanda puede reducir aún más la tensión en la red.


Instalar un termostato programable


Conocidos por ahorrar dinero, los termostatos programables permiten a los pro...


Sep
26

What happens to solar panels in a hurricane?














Hurricanes are nature's wildest storms, with winds whipping at up to 160 miles per hour or more. All that wind can blow down trees, destroy mobile homes, and throw debris around, causing significant problems.


But how do solar panels fare in a hurricane? Surprisingly well, it turns out. Solar panels are built to withstand the high wind speeds and impacts of hurricanes and other storms. Solar racking is securely attached to your rafters using long sturdy bolts.


Chances are you're visiting this page during another Atlantic hurricane season. Welcome! Read below to learn a bit about how solar panels hold up during severe weather events.



Solar is built strong


Solar panels are like any other product:...