Q:What would these solar panels power? For instance, my energy bill shows 2035kWh for last month. How much would this remove from that if it outputted full power? Thanks!

A solar panel that is rated at 60 watts would produce that amount under the most favorable conditions of direct sunlight at noon in a good location. This would taper off to nothing at the beginning and ends of the daylight. A 60 watt Panel operating at full output for hour would produce 60 watt hours. If we assumed a straight line of output from zero to 60 watts and back to 0 again over 6 hours the average output would be 30 watts x 6 hours = 80 watt hours / day x 365 days = 65700 watt hours in a year / 2 = 5475 watt hours in a month. You lose about 0% converting from DC to AC. This reduces this to about 4927.5 watt hours. Your bill is measured in KW hr which are 000 times bigger. This is 4.9275 KW hr or .24% of your last month's bill. At a national average of about $.2 per KW hr the energy out put for one month would be equal to about 60 cents.

Q:how would you build a solar panel

As a sandwich. Glass Space /4 inch Glass Space with copper radiator painted flat black. Box made of wood. with the inside painted black. Insulate the back side. Use water with RV antifreese. Circulate water through with a small pump. Face it toward the sun. Thermal water solar Panel.

Q:Im doing a project and i have to persuade some one that solar pannels are great... help ?

Solar panels are eco friendly, they produce with out disturbing the enviroment. Instead of having to build dams and kill of species that have water homes we can use the sun as our energy source. im all for solar panels i hope this helps :)

Q:What is the warranty period for solar panels?

The warranty period for solar panels can vary depending on the manufacturer, but it is typically between 10 to 25 years.

Q:i need to know wat the parts of a solar panel are.

A solar panel is just a collection of solar cells all wired up in parallel and series to provide a useful voltage. Typical solar cells only provide half a volt, maybe less, so usually you put 2 of them together to get a 6v solar panel or 24 of them to get a 2v panel. Solar cells are made in various ways, the most popular are silicon solar cells which are made with a chunk of silicon with a P-N junction in the middle and contacts on either side. When a photon of light comes in, the energy of the photon is converted to electrical energy. Individually, photons contain a tiny amount of energy, but when you have a solar cell in the sunlight, billions and billions of photons hitting it constantly create a useful amount of electrical energy. Solar panels are incredibly simple!

Q:Are solar panels easy to maintain?

Yes, solar panels are generally easy to maintain. They have no moving parts and require minimal upkeep. Occasional cleaning to remove dust and debris is recommended, and regular inspections to ensure proper functioning are necessary. However, overall, the maintenance requirements for solar panels are quite low compared to other energy systems.

Q:Can solar panels be installed in areas with high humidity?

Yes, solar panels can be installed in areas with high humidity. High humidity does not significantly affect the performance or efficiency of solar panels. However, it is important to ensure regular maintenance and cleaning of the panels to mitigate any potential issues caused by dust, dirt, or moisture buildup.

Q:Can solar panels be used in deserts?

Yes, solar panels can definitely be used in deserts. In fact, deserts are considered ideal locations for solar power generation due to their high solar irradiance and vast open spaces. The availability of ample sunlight allows solar panels to efficiently convert sunlight into electricity. Additionally, deserts often have less cloud cover and atmospheric interference, resulting in more consistent and predictable solar energy production.

Q:Can solar panels be used for powering a water treatment plant?

Yes, solar panels can be used to power a water treatment plant. Solar energy can be converted into electricity to run the necessary equipment and processes involved in treating water, making it a sustainable and environmentally friendly option for powering such facilities.

Q:i've heard environmentalists like ed begley jr use the phrase quot;peak shaving hourswhen talking about solar energy.what does that phrase mean, please?thank you to all who respond.

From a power company's perspective, it costs more to supply electricity during hours when electricity use is high. The times of day when power use is the highest are called peak hours. Historically power companies would sometimes charge large power users a higher rate during peak hours to encourage them to shift their electricity use to other times of the days. With the development of smart power meters and smart grid technology, it's now possible to offer the same incentive to individual home owners. so i'm wanting to eventually get solar panels.? If you live in an area where the electric rate varies depending on the time of day, then peak shaving improves your payback/return of investment on grid tied solar panels. Particularly in areas with high air conditioner usage, the peak hours generally correspond to the times when solar panels generate the maximum power. Look at it like this: Suppose your power company charges you $0.5/kWH during off peak hours and $0.30/kWH during peak hours. Because the solar panels generate the most power when the cost of electricity is the highest, it is easier to justify the cost of installing the panels because you are avoiding buying electricity at the highest rate. If your power company just bills you at a flat rate at all times, then it becomes more difficult to justify the cost of installing the panels and associated equipment..