Solar Electric Basics

The basis of all life on earth is solar energy from the Sun. The term solar power itself is used to describe the conversion of Sun of Sunlight into electricity. A process called "Photovoltaic Effect" produces electricity from light. Solar cells can be used to power homes, businesses and equipments.

Among all the energy sources available to us, the Sun is the single most reliable long term energy solution. Solar energy is produced through solar panels used to collect and convert the energy into electricity.

With rising cost of fossil fuels and growing concerns for environmental safety solar power provides many advantages.

Solar power is pollution free. In addition a home or a business can operate with little or no outside power sources after the system is running at optimum efficiency.

Long term energy costs are eliminated and lastly there is a sizable rebate from the state in the form of a tax credit.