Small solar panels supplying on-site energy

How can on-site solar PV & energy storage improve sustainability?

To achieve sustainability goals while meeting the increasing electricity demands of electrification, organizations are pairing on-site solar PV generation with on-site energy storage. These systems, which are considered as “behind-the-meter” (BTM) systems, allow facilities to maximize the benefits of on-site renewable generation.

What can a small solar panel charge?

With a small solar module, you can charge a Bluetooth speaker, a portable electric drink cooler, or even an outdoor electric grill. When selecting a small solar panel, there are several important factors to consider. First and foremost, you want to make sure the panel can generate enough energy to meet your needs.

How do small Solar panels work?

This is done through the use of photovoltaic cells, the constituent units of a solar panel, which are made up of a material (usually silicon) that produces an electric current when exposed to sunlight. The photovoltaic effect allows solar panels to generate clean, renewable energy from the sun. What devices can be powered with small solar panels?

Can on-site storage be used alongside solar PV?

If a utility restricts the exports from a facility to the grid, the use of on-site storage alongside solar PV can provide a solution to avoid costly infrastructure upgrades, thus increasing the feasibility of larger on-site PV installations.