The document provides information about solar photovoltaic (PV) panels, including:
1) An overview of how solar PV panels work by capturing sunlight and producing electricity, and different ways to install panels on roofs, grounds, or as building cladding.
2) Details about Feed-in Tariffs, a government program that provides incentives for renewable energy production and guarantees payments for electricity generated by solar PV panels for 25 years.
3) The benefits of solar PV for communities, such as protection from rising fuel prices and potential income, as well as addressing common myths about solar PV technology and performance.
The document provides information about solar photovoltaic (PV) panels, including:
1) An overview of how solar PV panels work by capturing sunlight and producing electricity, and different ways to install panels on roofs, grounds, or as building cladding.
2) Details about Feed-in Tariffs, a government program that provides incentives for renewable energy production and guarantees payments for electricity generated by solar PV panels for 25 years.
3) The benefits of solar PV for communities, such as protection from rising fuel prices and potential income, as well as addressing common myths about solar PV technology and performance.
The document provides information about solar photovoltaic (PV) panels, including:
1) An overview of how solar PV panels work by capturing sunlight and producing electricity, and different ways to install panels on roofs, grounds, or as building cladding.
2) Details about Feed-in Tariffs, a government program that provides incentives for renewable energy production and guarantees payments for electricity generated by solar PV panels for 25 years.
3) The benefits of solar PV for communities, such as protection from rising fuel prices and potential income, as well as addressing common myths about solar PV technology and performance.
http://www.planlocal.org.uk/videos/videopages/solar-power-an-introduction.html Information from factsheet: Technology basics page 1 Different types of solar panels page 1 Feed in Tariff information page 1 Benefits for your community page 2 Myth busting facts page 2 Checklist: is solar PV the right technology for my community? page 3 Subregional information and contacts page 4 Case studies
Solar PV the basics Video: an introduction to solar energy http://www.planlocal.org.uk/videos/videopages/solar-power-an-introduction.html How do solar panels work? Different ways to site solar panels Solar PV systems capture day light using cells made of some semi-conducting material (usually silicon). When light shines on the panel it causes electricity to flow. The more daylight received the more electricity produced. Ground mounted Roof mounted Cladding and solar glazing Solar PV Feed In Tariffs Generating a source of income for your community from solar PV panels
What are Feed in Tariffs Government incentive to encourage the generation of renewable electricity Owners of solar PV panels can make money from the sale of the electricity generated Guaranteed for 25 years Retail price index linked Very attractive return on your community investment Tariffs currently at their highest but will be reduced in the future Solar PV Benefits and Myths What benefits could solar PV generate for your community Protection against rising fuel prices Make money for your community More local jobs Low maintenance technology Reduce your carbon emissions Improve community well-being What are the common myths surrounding solar PV panels Solar PV doesnt work in the North of England due to weather conditions Solar PV can only provide a small amount of electricity Solar PV never produce more energy than it took to manufacture them Solar PV Checklist Is solar PV suitable for your community? Site: south facing? Land/Building owner permission Renting the roof schemes Bulk purchase Connection to National Grid Planning permission
Solar PV Case studies North West Case Study Bickerton village hall PV installation UK Case Study solar PV in West Oxford