Q:Can solar panels be used in areas with high pollution levels?

Yes, solar panels can be used in areas with high pollution levels. While pollution may slightly reduce the efficiency of solar panels by blocking some sunlight, they can still generate electricity. In fact, using solar panels in such areas can be beneficial as they provide a clean and renewable energy source, helping to reduce reliance on polluting fossil fuels.

Q:Can solar panels be used in areas with high snowfall?

Yes, solar panels can be used in areas with high snowfall. However, it is important to take certain factors into consideration. Proper design and installation can ensure that snow does not accumulate on the panels and affect their performance. Additionally, regular maintenance and snow removal may be required to maximize the efficiency of solar panels in snowy conditions.

Q:I live in Los Angeles area, I see the ads that, they will install solar panel for $0. I would like to know what is the catch ?Thanks You.

Generally, you still get charged for the panels themselves, just the install is free, or they might make you buy a specific amount to get the install free.

Q:How do solar panels affect the electricity bill?

Solar panels can significantly reduce or even eliminate electricity bills by generating renewable energy from the sun, thereby reducing the reliance on grid-supplied electricity. When solar panels produce more energy than is consumed, excess energy can be fed back into the grid, resulting in credits or reducing future bills through net metering programs.

Q:want to run 400 watt heater 8 hrs a day how many solar panels do i need and batteries

You could do that, but it would be an expensive way to go. If what you really want is heat, consider heating water directly with conventional solar water heaters, and storing it in a large, insulated tank. You can then circulate the water through a conventional radiator at night.

Q:Hello,What do you all think about the future of solar panels and what role they will play in the near future. There is tons of money being dumped into the industry and demand is slowly rising. Also do you have any favorite solar links to get more info about them?

Solar Panel really isn't any new technology, it was discovered in the early 60s. And as you can see it hasn't progressed all that much. But Developers are saying that within the next five years solar technology will increase dramatically. With more and more people looking for greener and easier forms of energy, there are many looking towards solar. In fact some energy companies are willing to buy the energy that you produce from you. And with new forms of thinner silicon panels, we are looking at a more efficient kind of panels. Unfortunately for us, at the moment thin-film panel silicon isn't as efficient as we are looking for. They are flimsier than the traditional panels and do not contain as much silicon to produce the electricity. But as soon as the demand increases, the production will increase, and if more companies are looking to invest in solar, then there will be more competition, with more competition- we are going to have improved technology, and with more improved technology, the prices will go down. Because at the moment, there is not much of an incentive for solar power. Compared to the Kilowatt- hour produced from coal and other forms of energy, solar does not produce as much. Experts are saying that within the next five years, not having solar panels on your house will be as silly as building a house without plumbing. The future on solar panels looks bright.

Q:hey, Im going into my senior year at high school and after that will be moving to Pennsylvania where my family has a house on ten acres and I will be going to college there and living all year around. My father wants to build a huge barn for our cars and other stuff like tools, I mentioned too him what about solar panels on the roof to power maybe the house and barn. Would this be a good Idea? Where would be the best place to look into getting solar panels be? Thanks for anyones help!

This is a site that can help you estimate the size and number of panels that will power what you intend to provide for. There are plenty of sites selling the panels, so compare prices. Also, check whether your state is offering the rebate like the state of CA is and what the restrictions, terms and conditions are. Even with the rebates they are very costly, so be certain to calculate the pay off period for your application to see whether it is a cost efficient option for your energy usage.

Q:If I wanted to put some solar panels on my roof, how many would i need and how many watts would they have to be to be able to power my whole house?

Short answer - Don't worry about it. Just get as many as you can, but stay connected to the power grid. You'll sell the power company electricity when it's sunny and still have electricity at night. Long answer - You need to figure out how much electricity you use. Running an oven, air conditioner, hot water heater, and all that stuff at the same time uses a lot of power.

Q:Can solar panels be used in areas with high levels of dust storms?

Yes, solar panels can be used in areas with high levels of dust storms. However, it is important to regularly clean and maintain the panels to ensure optimal performance. Dust storms may temporarily reduce the efficiency of solar panels, but with proper care and regular cleaning, they can continue to generate electricity effectively.