How Much will Solar Panels Save you?

July 3, 2018

The sun is a powerful source of energy. This star at the center of the solar system constantly releases photons, which are small bursts of energy that travel the incredible distance to Earth within about eight minutes. Instead of letting this energy go to waste, many homes and businesses are harnessing solar energy by using solar panels to capture and convert it into electricity. Solar panels are devices that are usually placed on the roof of a home or business. Each solar panel consists of a large number of solar cells, which are made out of silicon. Photons collide with these solar cells, causing electrons to break free from their atoms. The electrons then move through an electrical circuit and generate electricity that can be used to power the home or business. The more the solar panel is exposed to sunlight, the more photons it will capture, and thus the more energy it will produce.

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Zettasun is a start-up that is taking a revolutionary new approach to solar panels. The high efficiency and low cost of these PV panels will significantly reduce the cost of solar installations and make solar a cost-effective alternative for electric power.

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