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What happens if the panels get covered by snow?

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What happens if the panels get covered by snow?

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Solar electric panels need sunshine to generate power. While some sun does make it through several inches of snow, little electricity is generated when the panels are covered with anything. Most power is made during clear sunny days. Our estimates take that into account.