How a grid connected solar power system works

While the technology behind solar power may seem complex, when broken down, grid connect is easy to understand as it only requires a few components installed in your home or business.

• The sun shines on the solar panels generating DC electricity
• The DC electricity is fed into an inverter which converts it to 240V 50Hz AC electricity.
• The 240V AC electricity is used to power appliances in your home.
• Surplus electricity is fed back into the main grid.

Whenever the sun shines, the solar cells generate electricity. The grid connect inverter converts the DC electricity produced by the solar panels into 240V AC electricity, which can then be used by the property/household.
If a grid connect system is producing more power than is being consumed, the surplus is fed into the mains power grid. Some electricity companies will meter the electricity fed into the grid by your system and provide a credit on your bill. Other companies will install a bi-directional meter which will run backwards as your system feeds electricity into the grid.
When the solar cells are not producing power, for example at night, your power is supplied by the mains power grid as usual. The energy retailer charges the usual rate for the power used.
As all of the components in a grid connect system have no moving parts, you can expect a long and hassle free life from your solar power system! Generous government renewable energy rebates mean you can also save thousands on a grid connect system for a limited time!

Installing a grid connect solar system
Most customers choose a roof mounted solar system. For most of Australia, the modules should be north facing in order to take full advantage of the sun.
Our accredited grid connect installers will aim to install the modules at an angle which ensures that the glass face of the modules is positioned at 90 degrees to the sun for most of the day. As an example, in Sydney this angle would be approximately 30-40 degrees to the horizontal. Standard Australian roofs usually have an angle of elevation of ~22 degrees, which is acceptable. This provides a close approximation to the position in which a solar array produces its maximum output. For installations on flat roofs an elevated array frame allows the solar modules to be installed at an angle of elevation of approximately 30 degrees from the horizontal.

What's the right size system? How much will it cost?

As everyone's needs are different and the generation potential of solar power differs from place to place , the best way to determine what sized grid connect system you'll need is calling our one of our experts to come out and provide you with all the information and details you need to get your new solar panels installed.

Don't forget; you'll save thousands if you qualify for a renewable energy rebate! If you'd prefer to speak directly to an expert, feel free to contact us.
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Solar energy advantages that benefit everyone.
And everything.

The benefits of commercial-scale solar energy extend far beyond fiscal savings. Solar benefits the world economically, environmentally and socially. Here's how:

Economic Solar Energy Advantages
• Can be permitted and installed faster than other traditional or renewable power plants.
• Has a predictable energy curve and is most efficient when utility rates are at their highest.
• Produces local, on-site energy, which reduces the need for extensive high-voltage transmission lines or a complex infrastructure.
• Reliable over the long term. With no moving parts, fixed photovoltaic systems last longer than other energy sources.
• Predictable pricing that is equal to or below retail energy rates.

Environmental Solar Energy Advantages
• Clean, quiet and visually unobtrusive in nature. Solar energy plants do not have any polluting emissions, do not make any sound, and are not considered to be an "eyesore."
• Uses little to no water in the production of zero-emission electricity.
• Can be placed in virtually every geographical region because the sun is available everywhere.
• Offsets the need for polluting, expensive and inefficient "peaker" power plants.

Social Solar Energy Advantages
• Creates clean, renewable energy that will sustain and support the health of future generations.
• Is a distributed generation ("DG") energy source that can mitigate national security concerns about energy disruption.
• Supports national energy independence because solar electricity is used where it is generated.
• Creates good, local jobs for the new energy economy. In fact, solar energy creates more jobs per megawatt hour than any other energy type.