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How Solar Works

Solar panels make DC power from sunlight. An inverter turns it into AC power for your building. From there you can use it right away, store it in batteries, and/or share excess with the utility grid.

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The Power Flow

From sunlight to sockets in six simple steps.

  1. 1) Solar Panels (PV)

    Panels harvest sunlight and produce direct current (DC) electricity.

  2. 2) Charge Controller → Battery (optional)

    In systems with storage, DC can flow through a charge controller to batteries for later use.

  3. 3) Inverter (DC → AC)

    The inverter converts DC to alternating current (AC) — the kind your home and business use.

  4. 4) Electrical Panel

    AC power feeds your breakers to run appliances, lights, HVAC, EV charging, and more.

  5. 5) Utility Grid (optional)

    Excess energy can flow to the grid for credits where available; you can pull from the grid when needed.

  6. 6) Monitoring

    Apps and portals track production and usage; we keep an eye on system health and performance.

Grid Connection & Bill Credits

With a utility connection, surplus daytime energy can feed the grid in exchange for bill credits where available. At night or on cloudy days, you can draw from the grid as needed.

Battery Storage & Backup

Batteries store excess solar to use after sunset and provide backup during outages. They’re optional on grid-tied systems and essential for off-grid sites.

Common System Types

Choose based on your goals, site, and utility program.

Grid-Tied (No Battery)

Lowest upfront cost; uses the grid like a “virtual battery.” Great for bill savings when credit programs are available.

Hybrid (Grid-Tied + Battery)

Adds backup power and more self-consumption. Popular choice for resilience and time-of-use optimization.

Off-Grid

Full independence for remote sites. Requires careful sizing of panels, batteries, and loads for year-round reliability.

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