Solar Pannel- Do solar panels really generate more electricity from more sunlight, let’s know

Friends, electricity prices are increasing day by day in the country, due to which people are rapidly installing solar panels. It is generally believed that solar panels will generate the most electricity in strong sunlight and summer season, but the reality is a little different. Let us know how much truth is there in this,

How do solar panels generate electricity?

Solar panels generate electricity by converting photons present in sunlight into energy. When the sun’s rays fall on the solar panel, these photons activate the electrons inside the panel. This movement of electrons generates electric current and electricity is generated.

However, this process works best only when the temperature is favourable.

Why does the efficiency of solar panel decrease in extreme heat?

Many people think that due to strong sunlight in summer, solar panels will generate more electricity, but in extreme heat its efficiency may reduce.

The reason for this is the scientific process:

The temperature of the solar panel increases significantly in strong sunlight.

Due to high temperature, the movement of electrons present inside the panel becomes uncontrolled.

Electrons are not able to convert energy properly.

This reduces the voltage of the panel and reduces the power output.

That is, despite there being a lot of sunlight, excessive heat can affect the performance of the solar panel.

Up to what temperature do solar panels give the best performance?

Solar panels generally operate at their maximum efficiency up to a temperature of 25°C. After this, as the temperature increases, the power production gradually starts decreasing.

Therefore, it is important to pay special attention to the installation and maintenance of solar panels in hotter areas like Rajasthan, Delhi, Haryana.

Easy ways to increase the efficiency of solar panel

1. Install Solar Panel in the right direction

Solar Panel should be installed in such a place and direction where it gets maximum sunlight throughout the day. In India, panels placed towards the south generally give better results.

2. Keep the panel clean

Due to accumulation of dust and dirt, sunlight does not reach the solar panel properly.

Dirty solar panels can reduce power generation by approximately 15%.

Cleaning from time to time improves performance.

3. Choose good quality panels

Instead of buying low priced solar panels, it is better to choose good quality panels.

Advantages:

Last longer.

Gives better efficiency.

Save more electricity in the long run.

4. Maintain proper air flow

Due to sufficient space below the panel, hot air keeps coming out and the temperature of the panel remains controlled.