Solar Power is More Accessible Than Before Just a few decades ago, the thought of going off-grid while still enjoying modern appliances and indoor plumbing seemed like a utopian plotline in a science fiction novel. Within the past few years, however, huge leaps in green energy technology and community movements that promote sustainable lifestyles such as tiny living, natural building, and the societal shift toward being environmentally friendly have shown that the dream of a sustainable future powered by clean energy is a new and exciting reality. Even better, as solar products gain traction and demand continues to rise, solar technology has improved to the point that entire homes can…
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Choosing The Right Solar Panel: Monocrystalline vs. Polycrystalline
If you are looking to buy a solar panel, you will come across many types of solar panels and have to decide which one is the right one for your need and budget. Below are some advantages and disadvantages of the monocrystalline versus the polycrystalline solar panels. MonycrystallineAdvantages High efficiency – made of the highest-grade silicon Since it yields the highest power, it requires the least amount of space compared to other types of solar panels for the same amount of energy produced Longest solar panel lifespans on the market Monocrystalline Panels look better and more uniform than the Polyscrystalline Solar Panels Disadvantages Typically one of the more costly solar panels on the…