How is solar energy produced?

Both of the primary types of solar power are made by capturing energy from sunlight. read more

Solar-powered photovoltaic (PV) panels convert the sun's rays into electricity by exciting electrons in silicon cells using the photons of light from the sun. This electricity can then be used to supply renewable energy to your home or business. read more

Examples of solar energy that is produced this way include: • Solar hot water • Swimming pools heated by the sun using products such as a solar blanket • Solar thermal power stations that produce steam, which drives turbines, which generates electricity. 2) By capturing the light of the sun and converting this directly to an electrical current. read more

Solar energy is produced from solar radiation. Sunlight travels through the upper parts of the earth's atmosphere. Once this sunlight reaches the surface of the earth, it must be captured so it can be turned into an usable energy source. read more