Off-grid solar dairy farm - Project review
Dairy farms use a lot of energy to operate due to the high power requirements of vacuum pumps, compressors, milk vat refrigeration systems, and irrigation in summer. To add to the difficulties, over a third of the energy used is early morning before the sun. With this in mind, powering a dairy farm using a solar off-grid battery system posed many challenges.
Deep Dive - ReneSola Review
ReneSola is recognised by Bloomberg New Energy Finance as a Tier 1 manufacturer and offers top quality panels at very affordable prices.
Deep Dive - Zeversolar Review
We had an opportunity to speak with Zeversolar to get the low down on their product range, company structure, service process, and the question on everyone’s mind - what exactly is the relationship between Zeversolar and SMA?
Energy storage – Different battery types
Solar batteries technology and chemistry. Introduction into the different types of batteries available for off-grid and hybrid solar systems.
What are monocrystalline, polycrystalline and thin film solar panels?
Basic introduction into solar panel and cell technology. Monocrystalline, polycrystalline and thin film solar panels and how to indentify the various types.
How solar hot water works
The energy received from the sun can be used to heat water for a building, known as solar hot water. That hot water may then be used for heating of a building, energy storage, or more commonly as a hot water source.