Q:Can solar panels be installed on multi-story buildings?

Yes, solar panels can be installed on multi-story buildings. In fact, multi-story buildings are often ideal for solar panel installations as they have a larger surface area to accommodate more panels. Additionally, the height of the building can provide better exposure to sunlight throughout the day.

Q:Can solar panels be installed on sports stadiums or arenas?

Yes, solar panels can be installed on sports stadiums or arenas. In fact, many stadiums and arenas around the world have already installed solar panels to harness clean and renewable energy. These panels can be mounted on the roof or other suitable areas of the facility, helping to offset energy consumption and reduce carbon emissions. Additionally, the large surface area of stadiums and arenas provides ample space for solar panel installation, making them ideal candidates for utilizing solar energy.

Q:How do I choose the right size of solar panels for my home?

To choose the right size of solar panels for your home, you should consider factors such as your average electricity consumption, available roof space, and budget. Start by analyzing your energy usage over the past year to determine your average daily kilowatt-hour (kWh) consumption. Next, calculate the solar panel system size needed by dividing your average daily consumption by the average daily sunlight hours in your area. Additionally, assess your roof's orientation, shading, and structural capacity to determine the maximum number of panels it can accommodate. Finally, take your budget into account and consult with a professional solar installer to help you determine the appropriate size and type of solar panels that best meet your energy needs.

Q:how much energy or electricity a solar panel produces?

First, okorder /... Second, as a general rule of thumb, you can generate at most 00 watts of power (.Kwh) per 2 square feet of roof space. I have had to revise my own estimates after building a solar array in my yard using high grade solar panels. Solar panels do not put out their peak rating all the time. NOTE: I am not paid nor given any compensation by solar interests.

Q:Mono-crystalline or poly-crystalline solar panel?

All solar photovoltaics drop in efficiencies with higher temperatures but it isn't the 45+ C you have to worry about but rather the heat from the sunlight striking the panels. There are hybrid systems which passes water in pipes attached to the back of the solar panels to cool the panels and preheat the water for solar thermal collectors. The difference between mono-crystalline and poly-crystalline are that mono-crystalline are more efficient and more costly to make.

Q:I'm from Toledo, OH about 2 miles from the MI line. We are a foster family and have adopted 5 children. We just moved into a 5400+sq 2 story home. We have (3) 2.5-3 ton AC units to cool this huge house. We got the house cheap...$75k couldn't pass it up! Anyway...I was wondering how many solar panels it would take and of what wattage to power these Central Air Units and maybe the rest of the house. We have 3 people in our home......9 of which are children who leave the lights on and run hot water to beat the band. We have all brand new energy star appliances and front loader washer and dryer. Gas Range and Gas hot water tank. Was thinking of using metal window frames and buying solar cells and making my own panels. Just don't know how much to buy. We face south with no trees. Constant Sun. thanks for your help. An e-mail address to bounce questions off of would be helpful if you experienced. tx.

With your load, the largest system on the page I reference above would not power your entire house, if all the AC units are running. However, how often does that really happen? You need to look at your utility bill and find your actual amoutn of KW hours of electricity used in a year and you hav enot told us that. The base price of top system quoted here without incentives is over $70,000. As you can see, the lions share of incentives is the utility company followed by federal. I have no idea if your local utility company offers incentives or not. You would have to resolve that with them. However, the federal incentives are still there even if your state and local utility has none. However, the price to you goes way up without all of these incentives. And your idea of using windows to mount solar cells is totally impractical. Yes, I know there are web sites that advertize just that, but it is total BS. The first word of advice to anyone looking to do this sort of thing is to FIRST have a complete energy audit done and then do whatever they say to conserve as much energy as possible, thereby reducing your need for solar power. Only then should you look at using solar to cover part of your load. We are a foster family and have adopted 5 children< WOW! I would like to thank you for what you do.

Q:Do solar panels require cleaning?

Yes, solar panels do require cleaning. Over time, dust, dirt, bird droppings, and other debris can accumulate on the surface of solar panels, which can reduce their efficiency. Regular cleaning helps to maintain optimal performance and maximize energy production.

Q:Can solar panels be used for charging electric vehicles?

Yes, solar panels can be used for charging electric vehicles. Solar panels convert sunlight into usable electricity, which can then be used to charge the battery of an electric vehicle. This enables vehicles to be charged with clean, renewable energy, reducing both emissions and dependence on fossil fuels.

Q:i was looking into making solar panels to reduce my electric bill, but i need to know how to actually hook it up.

most of the listings are there to get you to send 'em money. some promise a refund if they don't work. good luck getting your money back. it's not going to happen. last, the inverter, and control to feed power back into the grid are expensive. the utility gets to control what you can use, and most often you have to buy it from them. in Calif, the utility has an interest in good solar installations. they provide power during the time of peak demand, so the utility does not have to build/buy the last, most expensive kilowatt. however, (A) any installation that will be at all useful is large, and expensive, and (B) as with all electronics, next year will be better. i'll probably do it. but not yet.

Q:Can someone explain to me how solar panels can be used as modern architectural attributes? please help

You could check out building integrated photovoltaics (BIPV). BIPV includes things like solar roof tiles and smart energy glass that acts as a window and also creates electricity. BIPV is a great way for people to go solar without disrupting the modern architectural attributes of an existing structure.