How Solar Works

There are 2 main types of Solar Energy products- PV (photo-voltaic) or Evacuated Tube Solar systems.

PV systems use semiconductor-based technology to convert light energy directly into an electric current that can either be used immediately, or stored in a battery, for later use. They can provide a clean, renewable energy source which can supplement & thus minimize the use of mains electricity supply.

Evacuated tubes are the preferred choice for Solar Hot Water heating. They absorb solar energy converting it into heat for use in water heating. Because the collector consists of a series of tubes, the sun's rays are perpendicular to the tubes for most of the day, allowing the system to operate at high efficiency for much longer than flat-plate PV units. They also eliminate weight problems caused by ‘older’ flat plate systems.