Electricity prices continue to rise year by year. To address this issue, more people are opting to install solar energy in their homes and businesses. Not only does this lessen electricity costs in the long run, but it also reduces one’s ecological footprint over time.
Solar PV Panels
With home installations, solar modules are usually mounted on the roof. Sunlight hits solar cells, where solar energy is converted into electrical energy.
Inverter
The heart and brain of every PV system. The inverter converts the direct current generated into alternating current that can be used in the household. The inverter also optimises the yield, controls energy flows and checks the function of the PV system.
Smart Meter
A smart meter is an intelligent electricity meter. Fitting the Fronius Smart Meter allows you to optimise energy management and thus self-consumption.
Switchboard
Battery
A PV system can be expanded with a battery. In a storage system such as this, surplus energy is stored temporarily and can be used when needed (e.g. at night).
Appliances
Grid
1. Solar PV Panels
With home installations, solar modules are usually mounted on the roof. Sunlight hits solar cells, where solar energy is converted into electrical energy.
2. Inverter
The heart and brain of every PV system. The inverter converts the direct current generated into alternating current that can be used in the household. The inverter also optimises the yield, controls energy flows and checks the function of the PV system.
3. Battery
A PV system can be expanded with a battery. In a storage system such as this, surplus energy is stored temporarily and can be used when needed (e.g. at night).
4. Smart Meter
A smart meter is an intelligent electricity meter. Fitting the Fronius Smart Meter allows you to optimise energy management and thus self-consumption.
5. Switchboard
6. Appliances
7. Grid
Here are some of the reasons why using solar energy is helpful:
Although the upfront cost of solar energy systems isn’t cheap, it pays off in the long run. People will immediately see the lower cost of electricity upon initial installation. After about ten years, the energy savings will pay off the cost of the solar energy system.
The cost of energy increases every year. With a solar energy system, property owners will be able to use electricity freely without being shackled by rising energy costs.
Using solar energy is better for the environment. It reduces the use of carbon dioxide, helping the world combat climate change bit by bit.
Audra Energy is a local and homegrown solar and electrical company accredited by the Solar Accreditation Australia (SAA) and services Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Hunter Valley, Port Stephens, and the Central Coast.
