This weekend I attended a two day workshop in Pittsboro on solar power. We discussed the pros and cons of grid tied systems (about 95% of systems), hybrid grid tied systems (more complicated but useful in areas that have frequent power outages) and off grid systems. Other topics and exercises included: · Using a multi meter to measure volts and current in various pv modules (panels) · Finding the amount of sunlight a site would receive year round by measuring with a solar pathfinder (such a cool tool and great for gardeners, too!) · Measuring temperature of the panel (1 comments)
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