What Types of Solar Energy Technologies Are Available?
Solar energy can refer to photovoltaic, solar water/air heating, concentrating solar power. • Photovoltaic (PV) modules are made of semiconductor materials that convert sunlight into electricity. PV modules produce electricity any time the sun is shining, but more electricity is produced when the sunlight is more intense. • Solar heating harnesses the power of the sun to provide thermal energy to heat air or water. • Concentrating solar power systems use a variety of mirror configurations to concentrate the intensity of the sun to generate electricity.
