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Does a solar PV array have to be exactly south facing?

April 26, 2017array facing PV solar south

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Does a solar PV array have to be exactly south facing?

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No, arrays work effectively and are commonly installed at other orientations – from East through to West. However, annual output is reduced if the array faces significantly away from south. With information on roof pitch and orientation, we can provide site specific output estimates.