Solar energy harnesses the sun’s radiation and converts it into electricity or heat you can use in your home or business. Every hour, enough sunlight reaches Earth to power our entire planet for a year, yet most of that potential goes untapped. Understanding how this abundant resource transforms into usable power can help you make confident decisions about whether solar fits your energy needs.
The technology itself is simpler than you might think. Solar panels contain photovoltaic cells that generate direct current electricity when sunlight …