Photovoltaic systems – or PV systems – are setups that utilize the sunshine to produce clean solar energy. They use semiconductor materials, such as silicon, to turn the sun’s energy into electrical power. Sunlight striking the semiconductor material creates a flow of electricity that can be harnessed and used to power homes, businesses, and other applications.
Major components of a PV system include: solar panels (which convert the sunlight into DC power), mounting racks, inverters (which convert the DC power captured by solar panels into AC power), and batteries (which store surplus electricity for energy backup).
