Solar Industry has experienced exponential innovation in technology over the past ten years. With every solar advancement, energy generation has become more efficient and the cost of solar systems has fallen making solar adoption more feasible.
If a firm intends to install a solar power plant on its premises, it is essential to check for the solar system’s energy efficiency. It is prudent for a user to enquire about the factors that affect solar energy efficiency in order to make an informed decision. Moreover, a solar system’s efficiency varies, and depends on several factors.
Factors Affecting Solar Energy Production
Variations in Degrees/Celsius around the country
Many people believe that intense heat results in more excellent power production. However, do you know that the solar system’s efficiency falls by around 0.25% for every degree over 25°C? The solar cells’ maximum generation capacity is dramatically reduced due to the dropping of voltage between the solar cells caused by contact with intense heat. Therefore, it is advisable to opt for locations that will not cause any damage due to extreme heated temperatures.
Shade on the Solar Panels
There could be a significant power loss if the solar panels are covered in the shade. Solar cells are interconnected in a series (inside or across panels). As a result, the shaded cells stop the current from passing through the complete chain of linked cells. Therefore, solar energy firms in Pakistan advise businesses to avoid putting solar panels in locations where there will be significant shade most of the day.
Angle Alignment
Solar panels must be positioned and slanted to receive abundant direct sunlight throughout the day. Since this cannot be done manually, it is ideal to take the help of experts who can position these solar panels under the direction of the sun from morning to evening. Engineers, therefore, install a solar system under the sun’s direction using yield and shadow analyses.
Solar System Maintenance
The solar system’s effectiveness is also affected by pollution, precipitation, dust, and sandstorms. Regular cleaning ensures that the solar panel surface is free of debris and produces electricity efficiently.
Hence, monthly cleaning and maintenance are required to generate a high volume of energy units. In the PPA agreement, the energy provider is in charge of cleaning and maintaining the solar system, while the buyer is not liable for any maintenance expenses.
Geographical Positioning
The local climate and amount of daylight vary from location to location in Pakistan. It significantly impacts solar insolation (the frequency of solar power coming every cm2/min). Hence, it is essential to consider the level of solar irradiance on the land if a company intends to buy a solar system for running its business operations.
Effects Of Bad Weather
Energy suppliers in Pakistan have offered high-quality solar systems to ensure safety from heavy rains, storms, and other weather conditions for more than 25 years. The outer layer of glass prevents solar panel surface heating while allowing raindrops and storm dust to slide off the panels easily.
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