High Plains Wind & Solar
5325 Beisser Drive
Grimes, IA 50111
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(515) 986-1292 [phone]
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Solar PV
PV stands for "photovoltaic". Photovoltaic refers to converting sunlight into electricity. Solar energy is harnessed using photovoltaic cells. Groups of photovoltaic cells are known as solar modules.
Solar panels are PV devices that enable this process to take place. Solar energy is harnessed using photovoltaic cells. Groups of photovoltaic cells are known as solar PV modules. The modules can be adapted to off-grid or on-grid power generation needs. The modules offer a 20- to 25-year warranty.
Solar energy panels can use the sun's energy to heat water for sanitary use at home or for pools and hot tubs. Solar PV panels, on the other hand, convert light into electricity. Most commonly, these solar PV panels are placed on the roof. The power generated by solar PV panels is transmitted to a battery for storage. Household power needs are drawn from this storage.
You can reduce your dependency on the grid and free yourself by using solar PV panels. Not only that, you can save money on taxes and sell any excess electricity back to your city's grid to be recycled and used amongst other citizens.
Using solar energy bestows one with up to a thirty percent tax credit from the federal government. Solar power does not release harmful emissions, whereas most other forms of power release effluents leading to global warming, acid rain, and smog. Backup batteries ensure the unlimited supply of power even in the absence of sunlight.
With all this benefit - 24/7 electricity, stored energy for future use, financial profiteering from excess energy, and tax credits to boot - you can't go wrong when you decide to install solar PV panels on your home's roof!