Q:how to build a solar panel

Search Yahoo Answers or the internet first, this question is common. It is possible to build a solar thermal panel, to heat either water or air. You can just search YouTube to see how people did it. Try searching solar water heater. If you build a photovoltaic (solar electric) panel on your own, it will only be good for demonstration purposes. The homemade type I've seen produces only microamps of current - not even enough to run an iPod. Be wary of sites advertise you can make your own panel for less than $200 (or some figure), and try to sell you the plans. This is the same information that is posed on other sites for free.

Q:Can solar panels be installed on churches or religious institutions?

Yes, solar panels can definitely be installed on churches or religious institutions. In fact, many religious organizations have embraced solar energy as a way to reduce their carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices. Installing solar panels on churches not only helps them save on electricity costs but also serves as a visible commitment to environmental stewardship and can inspire the community to adopt clean energy solutions.

Q:Can solar panels be used in areas with limited sunlight?

Yes, solar panels can still be used in areas with limited sunlight. While solar panels are most efficient in areas with abundant sunlight, they can still generate electricity even in areas with limited sunlight. However, their output may be lower compared to areas with more sunlight. Additionally, advancements in solar technology, such as the use of more efficient panels and energy storage solutions, have made it more feasible to use solar panels in areas with limited sunlight.

Q:Ok so i have to solar panels to charge a battery however the panels hooked up in series does charge the battery very slowly because series connections only multiplies the voltage but leaves the current the same. Is there a way i can also hook both of them up in parallel at the same time to multiply the current for faster charge? I know i can do this with 4 panels but i dont want to spend extra. So is there a way to hook up 2 solar panels in series and parallel at the same time? Thanks in advace

never hook up solar panels in series, you reduce the total power produced, and may hurt them, only voltage out, never voltage in. Don't forget to vote for best answer!

Q:Can solar panels be used in areas with high levels of lightning activity?

Yes, solar panels can be used in areas with high levels of lightning activity. However, it is important to ensure that the solar panel system is properly grounded and equipped with surge protection devices to mitigate the risk of damage from lightning strikes.

Q:Can solar panels be installed on museums or cultural centers?

Yes, solar panels can be installed on museums or cultural centers. In fact, many museums and cultural centers are adopting solar energy systems to reduce their carbon footprint and save on electricity costs. Solar panels can be installed on rooftops, parking lots, or even as shade structures, providing clean and renewable energy for the facility's operations.

Q:Does San Francisco get enough sunshine to really make solar panels a viable option for creating a self-supporting home? Certainly a wind turbine would be a good source of energy, but what about solar panels? Does S.F. get enough sunshine to justify using solar panels? It's overcast a lot in the Bay Area, are there any solar panels better than others for a climate like this?

PV Solar panels all work the same. There aren't any climate specific ones. There is enough sun in San Francisco to produce energy using solar panels however, the the same panels located in a sunnier area will produce more energy. Depending on the size of your system, you will probably need a few more panels than an area that receives more sun to produce the same amount of energy. But they will still produce energy, even on overcast days. The solar installers will make all the calculations to determine what size system you will need to produce as much energy as you want. In California, you don't want to produce more than you consume in a 2 month period because currently, you are not able to sell your excess credits back to PGE after your 2 month cycle. Your system will cost more to produce the same amount of power than my system because I have less overcast days than you do. You will have to make the decision if the cost is worth your while. I expect my system to be totally paid for in around 8-9 years, working in the cost of inflation for electricity. After that, I will be paying nothing for electricty for as long as I stay in my house.

Q:Can solar panels be installed on ground-mounted structures?

Yes, solar panels can be installed on ground-mounted structures. Ground-mounted solar panel systems are commonly used when rooftops are not suitable for installation or when larger solar arrays are required.

Q:Me and my wife just saw an ad on TV about going solar and saw the money we can save every month... any here have solar panels? How much do you save every month on energy bill? Is it true that your energy meter will spin backwards? lol

You okorder The notion of spinning a meter backward has a lot of people plugging in their solar panel via an inverter- but this is a very bad idea and illegal as well- the power company requires a lockout device they control to kill power in their powlines for servicing and repairs- a plugged in solar panel and inverter can cause them injury or death. If you have about 30,000 dollars to invest (cost will vary), and you are going to be staying in your home for at least 0 years, contact your electric power utility as they will have the progams in place to do the installation on your site, and install the needed equipment for you to be legally grid tied. They will also have your paperwork prepared for your tax person come tax time. Most are actually seeking people out to do this, I won't go into details why, but by listening carefully to the power company in their presentation they will indirectly tell you why. Any installation that is intended to be grid tied MUST be approved by the power company and meet their specifications. Too many people are ignoring this last detail.

Q:Composition and function of solar panels

Among them, for the electronic grade polysilicon accounted for about 55%, solar grade polysilicon accounted for 45%, with the rapid development of photovoltaic industry, solar cell demand for polysilicon growth rate higher than the development of semiconductor polysilicon, is expected to 2008 solar polysilicon