Solar power is clean, pure energy from the sun. It is nearly a limitless source of renewable energy. Solar panels on your home combat greenhouse gases, emissions, and more importantly, reduces our collective dependence on fossil fuel. Solar energy is the cleanest, most viable solution to prevent environmental degradation. Since the dawn of time, the sun has been the most powerful source of energy and will continue to provide energy to our world for billions of years. Simply Solar RVA believes in playing a key role in providing our customers with solutions to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. We are committed to protecting the environment by promoting clean and renewable energy.
About Us…
Simply Solar RVA was founded to provide our community with the resources to become less energy dependent on fossil fuels and to protect our environment. The unknown of what will happen tomorrow in an ever changing world is terrifying. After spending my entire career in the corporate world, I’ve realized that I needed to put my work ethic, determination, and passion into developing a business that not only provides a great benefit to our world, but more importantly, provides every home the opportunity of freedom from dependence on fossil fuels.
How do solar panels work?
Solar Photovoltaic cells (PV) convert sunlight into electricity. Each PV panel has layers of silicon cells, a metal frame, a glass casing surrounded by a special film, and wiring. These cells absorb sunlight and within each cell is a thin semi-conductor wafer made from two layers of silicon. One positively charged and the other negatively charged which forms an electric field. When sunlight strikes PV solar cells, it energizes the cell and causes electrons to come loose from atoms within the semi-conductor wafer. Once solar energy is converted to electricity, it runs through your electrical panel and is then distributed within your home for power.
How are the panels installed?
Your professionally trained solar installer will first prepare your roof by checking the roof’s current condition. They will place the wiring needed to connect your residential solar system to the electrical system. After the wires are placed, your installer will place racking which will hold your solar panels in position. A battery bank can be installed to store generated energy that is not immediately used in your home. An inverter will be installed to convert the electricity from direct current (DC) to alternating current (AC) for household use. An energy meter will be installed which will allow you to see how much electricity you are generating and using. Finally, the power inverter will be installed directly to the electrical panel and you will be generating sustainable energy!
You are now running on solar!
Your home now runs on Solar! It is the cleanest and most abundant renewable resource that can efficiently and cost effectively provide electricity for your home. By utilizing solar energy, the benefits provided will not only save money, but will help preserve the Earth for generations to come.
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