Introduction Floating solar farms gained traction in 2018, particularly in countries with high population density and with competing uses for limited available land. These also operate at high efficiency since installing the solar panels on water helps cool the equipment. The Republic of Korea was among the first to pilot floating photovoltaic (PV) systems. State-owned Korea Water Resources C...
A solar carport is a photon-capturing canopy covering a parking area. While they have some things in common with traditional carports and ground-mounted solar arrays, solar carports have distinct advantages over both. Any PV contractors looking to expand their reach and grow their operations should consider adding solar carports to their list of installation services. The market is already huge. A...
Types of Solar Trackers and their Advantages & Disadvantages Solar trackers are a type of device with photovoltaic (PV) panels, which accurately tracks the path of the Sun throughout the day. Typically, a solar tracking system adjusts the face of the solar panel or reflective surfaces to follow the movement of the Sun. The movement of solar trackers increases the solar energy output by up to 4...
What is the Double Glass Photovoltaic Solar Panel? Glass-glass module structures (Dual Glass or Double Glass) is a technology that uses a glass layer on the back of the modules instead of the traditional polymer backsheet. Originally double-glass solar panels were heavy and expensive, allowing the lighter polymer backing panels to gain most of the market share. glass-glass is making a comeback, ba...
Solar panel testing and certifications Like other types of electronics, solar panel modules go through rigorous testing before installation. These tests are critical to determining the quality and performance of panels under particular environmental stresses, as well as confirming they meet mandated safety requirements. In this article, we’ll review the most common testing and certifications for s...