Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems

A Solar Photovoltaic (PV) system generates electricity using the sun's energy - even on wet winter days. That's because Solar Photovoltaic systems don't need direct sunlight just daylight to produce electricity.

By producing your own electricity your overall electricity bill will be reduced as you come to depend less on your current electricity supplier. Additionally any electricity that you generate but do not use can be passed back to the National Grid in exchange for a payment from one of the big six energy suppliers.

A solar PV system uses energy from the sun to generate electricity. It doesn't need sunlight to produce electricity - only daylight, even in winter. So you could be helping to lower your bills by reducing the amount of electricity you need from your supplier.

Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems - How They Work

Each Solar Photovoltaic PV panel consists of cells arranged in layers and made from a semi-conducting material like silicon.

As sunlight shines on the cells it generates an electric field across the layers, resulting in a flow of electricity.

This electricity is directed via a cable to a central point, typically located in your roof space.

Once at the central point it is converted from a direct current (DC) to an alternating current (AC) and is then available for usage within your home.

Excess current is diverted into the National Grid automatically.

It Is The Right Solution For You?

A Solar Photovoltaic system can be supplied to almost any home.

However the following situations may mean that this form of Renewable Energy is unsuitable for your needs:

  • If you home does not already have a metered electricity supply
  • If you do not own the freehold of your property or cannot secure the agreement of your leaseholder or landlord
  • If your property is in the basement or on the middle floors of a building
  • If your property is listed or is in a conservation area
  • If your roof space is heavily shaded or north-facing

How To Learn More

If you want to learn more about a Solar Photovoltaic system for your home in Surrey or Hampshire call our award winning customer services team on 01252 522 471. They can talk you through the various options and arrange a home visit by one of our installation experts for a free survey and advice on which renewable energy system is right for your home.