When soil conditions aren’t suited for geothermal energy, home solar energy may be the right choice for your home. Knowing about solar panels, how they work and why geothermal may not be effective for your home can help you make the decision.
When geothermal won’t work Rocky soil, which is prominent in North Carolina, may make geothermal energy equipment difficult and pricey to install under your home. That soil also can make energy transfer inefficient once equipment is running, making solar panel benefits attractive.
Solar panel types Three common types of solar cells make up the solar panels that can provide energy to your home.
How solar panels work Solar panels convert sunlight into home solar energy. North Carolina is well suited for this type of energy due to the regular sunny weather in the area. Home southern exposure is best. When sunlight hits the cell, some of the light is absorbed into the semiconductive material of the cells. The energy frees electrons, allowing them to flow freely and be directed as a current of electricity.
Solar panel lifespan The lifespan of solar cells is estimated around 30 years, and the cells will produce about 17 times the energy used to manufacture them, according to a 2008 study by the Oregon Office of Innovative Partnerships and Alternative Energy.
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