18 Aug '12, 7am

Solar Panels that Track the Sun

Solar Panels that Track the Sun

Solar Panels that Track the Sun Friday, August 17th 2012 8:58 AM By GetSolar Staff. Photovoltaic arrays and solar water heating systems are already fantastic options for homeowners and businesses looking to reduce energy bills in an environmentally-friendly way. For those who want to maximize energy output, solar trackers may be an ideal add-on to an existing power system. How It Works The average solar installation is static, meaning that it will not move (if installed correctly). However, during the course of a day, the sun moves across the sky, meaning immobile panels will not always have the optimal angle for capturing energy. Solar trackers can make an installation generate even more energy by moving the equipment to follow the sun's path across the sky. That way, the power system is at the ideal angle to maximizing output, according to Sustainable Plant. "Photovoltai...

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