In order to reduce the usage of fossil fuels, many home owners and businesses alike now elect to harness the sun’s energy and convert sometimes abundant sunlight into energy. This is typically accomplished through the installation of Rooftop Solar Panels, i.e. Photovoltaic (PV) Panels and/or Solar Shingles which are also known as building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV). Some of these innovative shingle materials are made from textured glass that covers the PV cells.
Would you install PV’s and/or BIPV’s at this time to lower your utility bills and possibly create a more sustainable future, or do you think waiting for more technological and more efficient advances in the R&D of PV’s and BIPV‘s is warranted?
I do beleive that PV/T photovoltaic/thermal system is the future of solar energy. PV/T used to generate electricity and heat, which could be use for airconditioning, water heating, water desalination etc.
Hussein - Thank You for your Answer.
Yes, I agree with You! Solar Air-Conditioning and Solar-Appliances are here and I am certain we will see vast improvements over the next few years.
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