Most Common Myths About Solar Energy In India

Mythology is common in Indian societies, so over time many stories and belief systems have found a place in our lives. These act as foundational blocks of entire nations, especially India. Yet along with these great mythologies, some myths about solar energy have also been passed along. It’s about time that we address them.

#1 Myth: All solar systems keep working even when the power goes out

In the event of a power outage, buildings powered by the grid-connected solar system will lose power. Buildings that are completely off-grid (off-grid) and/or operate on a hybrid system will continue to use solar power during daytime power outages.

The backup battery can be integrated with the grid-connected system to achieve 100% uptime. By installing a backup battery, power can be supplied even during a power outage. In the case of off-grid and hybrid systems, the battery stores the solar energy produced by the solar panels.

#2 Myth: Warmer climates are better for solar power generation

Solar panels use sunlight instead of heat. High temperatures will reduce the efficiency of the solar panels. Also, on cloudy days or rainy seasons, the solar panels will not turn off completely. They continue to operate at 50% efficiency. Also, the excess energy generated during the summer months can be obtained in the form of energy credits/currency to use when not generating too much solar energy.

Therefore, cities with moderate annual temperatures such as Punjab are better suited for solar than warmer cities like Kerala.

#3 Myth: Solar panels are prone to damage from wind, birds, animals, and more

India’s densely populated birds have caused concern about the impact of bird droppings on solar panels. The only way bird droppings can affect solar panels is by reducing their efficiency. To avoid this, try installing a scarecrow to keep poultry out and install a panel with enough maintenance space. This will allow you to easily clean the panel.

It is recommended to clean the panel every 15 to 30 days to get the most out of the coating. In other words, the monkey standing or even jumping will not cause any harm to the body. Although solar panels may not be bulletproof, they can withstand strong winds and storms. The quality of the workmanship (installation structure, pipes, cables) determines the durability of the solar system in all weather.

#4 Myth: Most Indians cannot afford to own a solar power system

Many of us believe that switching to solar energy is a luxury and only an option for the wealthy. It is not true that the falling cost of solar energy and financing methods such as available loans and government subsidies make solar a viable option for all homeowners. Homeowners can take advantage of incentives based on solar power generation. If your solar installation can meet 100% of your electricity needs, and your monthly solar rental rate/loan is lower than a typical electric bill, then you can save money right from the start. What are ROI (return on investment) and payback period? Most consumers will see a return on their investment in solar energy within 5-7 years. Once the investment is recovered, the electricity generated by your system for the next 18 to 20 years will be free.

#5 Myth: Making solar panels is bad for the environment as they require more energy to be manufactured than they produce

The energy used to extract, refine, transport, and manufacture products are called embodied energy. Many previous studies have found that solar panels generally generate energy to repay the embodied energy in 3-4 years. However, panel efficiency and manufacturing processes have evolved significantly in recent years, thus reducing the time required to compensate for embedded energy. Therefore, assuming that a panel can produce energy effectively for 20-25 years, it will easily repay the embodied energy several times over and offset thousands of tons of emissions over its life cycle.

#6 Myth: Solar panels damage your roof

On the contrary, solar panels can protect and protect the roof area it covers from external factors such as birds and weather. The weight of the panel itself is not large enough or insufficient to damage the roof of the house. Besides, solar installers are well trained to work under roof conditions to provide the best cooperation in terms of practicality and aesthetics.

#7 Myth: You need to own a building to go solar

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#8 Myth: You can’t run heavy loads like heating appliances (air conditioner or heater) on solar power

Absolutely. Companies like Eco Solar Energies can help you calculate your daily energy needs and help you determine the number of solar panels needed to meet that demand. 1 kW (3 solar panels) can provide approximately 4 units of energy per day. Therefore Every building’s requirement is different as per their area or electricity use so we Eco Solar Energies solar contractors in Punjab have to visit your space to know how many solar panels are required to get consultation Contact us to get a consultation.

#9 Myth: All solar panels are imported from China

There are many well-known solar manufacturers in India as well.

Indian mythology is a means for people to share stories and share a sense of belonging. However, encouraging false claims about climate change, renewable energy, and clean technology will prevent us from achieving sustainable development. This article is not trying to ignore the facts about solar energy. We recognize the weaknesses of the technology. It is really necessary to improve the efficiency of the team, the quality of the available products, the reliable enterprises and other areas of cooperation. However, this does not eliminate the fact that India has the right geographical conditions to use solar energy, so the next time you hear or read about solar energy take a few minutes to do questions. Eco Solar Energies Expert Solar Panel Installation in Punjab Team will answer all your queries pave the way for a better future.

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