The orientation of solar panels is important for several reasons. They get direct sunlight all year and produce the most electricity when they face the north or the south. However, they may not produce as much electricity if they face the east or west as compared to facing the north or south. Listed below are…
There are many reasons why your solar panels should be cleaned. For instance, if you live in a particularly rainy area, you may want to use a pressure washer to clean your panels. Otherwise, you can clean your panels by using a garden hose. Regardless of the cleaning method, it is important to make sure…
Solar panels are typically connected in series or parallel. When connected in series, the positive terminal of one module is connected to the positive terminal of the next. If connected in parallel, then the negative terminals of the modules are connected to each other. Modules connected in parallel share the same maximum power point current…
Grounding solar panels is vital for many reasons, including lightning induced damage and static discharge. Grounding solar panels makes installation easier and more eco-friendly. The legal requirement to ground solar panels in the United States is not mandatory. Europe, for example, does not have a grounding requirement. So, if you’re unsure whether to ground your…
You should consider many factors before you decide to install solar panels on your roof. These factors include the cost, season, latitude, and cost. It is recommended to tilt the panels about five degrees higher than the equator, which is most advantageous for winter. Summer months require a slightly lower angle. Latitude is a key…
Biomass boilers produce electricity by burning solid biomass materials that are then heated to turn liquid water into steam. This creates pressure inside the boiler which causes a turbine turn, which turns a coil of wire to power a generator. Some biomass plants also make electricity by burning methane gas, which is a waste gas.…
Biofuels were first introduced in the 1980s. Before that, biomass was used for heating and cooking. As we move into the industrial age, we are looking at more modern uses of biomass materials. This article will discuss the sources of biomass and the technology being used to convert it into fuels. It will also discuss…
The burning of biomass for energy does not necessarily cause deforestation, although some scientists do worry about the consequences of deforestation. Mark Z. Jacobson from Stanford was an associate professor who conducted a study to examine the effects biomass burning has on the environment. His results showed that while emissions of particles and gases can…
This article will discuss issues such as cost, parity times, and storage of biomass energy. It will also address the environmental implications. The main goal for biomass energy systems are to minimize emissions, capture and store carbon safely and reliably over a long period. These systems need to be designed to meet specific requirements in…
Biomass is a renewable resource that can replace fossil fuel. It can be used to reduce our dependence of foreign oil by being used as a transportation fuel. Biofuels are the only liquid transport fuels that are renewable. This makes it an attractive choice for the future. Agricultural waste The use of agricultural waste as…
