How solar works

Believe It - The entire world's energy demands of a whole year could be met by the amount of sun's energy that reaches the earth in only 30 minutes!

1. The Sun (Earth's most abundant natural resource) - Solar Energy starts with the sun's photons hitting the surface of one of the photovoltaic cells that make up the solar energy module. Here, the sun's photons are changed to electrons. Then, the electrons are captured by small wires embedded in the photovoltaic cell that move them from cell to cell. As they move from one cell to the next, they pick up more electrons on the way and then move out the positive end of the solar PV module. Multiple modules are wired in series to make a solar array.
2. The Solar Array - A solar array is generally mounted on your rooftop, but may also be ground mounted for better access to the direct sunlight. The movement of the electrons within the array (the energy) is measured in DC voltage (300 to 500 volts). This DC voltage moves down specially rated wired to a DC disconnect which is generally located within the inverter, in the event that the system need to be shut down for work to be done in the surrounding area.
3. The Inverter - This is a device that converts high voltage DC into low voltage AC (120 to 240 volts) and synchronizes the AC output power with the power being produced by your utility company.
4. The Main Breaker Panel - Normal AC wiring comes out of the inverter into your main breaker panel. This is the electricity that is used to power your appliances and lighting in your home. The utility meter connected to the box continually measures your electrical supply and records the amount of power you produce and use.
5. The Energy Grid - Any unused power in the home will spin your meter backwards and then feed it back into the utility grid where you are given credit at the time of use rate. You then draw these credits back in the evening and on cloudy days.