Are PV systems suitable for domestic use?
PV technology is ideally suited to use on residential buildings, providing pollution and noise-free electricity without using extra space. The use of photovoltaics in households has grown substantially in the UK over the last few years, with many impressive examples already in operation (see photo). PV systems can be incorporated into buildings in various ways. Sloping rooftops are an ideal site, where modules can simply be mounted using frames. Photovoltaic systems can also be incorporated into the actual building fabric, for example PV roof tiles are now available which can be fitted as would standard tiles.
