In an era where the global demand for efficient and sustainable energy storage solutions is at an all-time high, NASA’s latest innovation could revolutionize how we store and use energy. This groundbreaking battery technology, developed through NASA’s cutting-edge research, promises to address many of the limitations of current energy storage systems, making it a potential game-changer in the energy sector.
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Solar Farms Are Being Turned Off Due To Limited Storage Capacity
In the realm of renewable energy, solar power stands out as a beacon of sustainability, offering a clean and abundant source of electricity. However, as solar farms proliferate and their capacity grows, a pressing challenge emerges the mismatch between solar generation and the ability to store or utilize the energy produced. The result? Solar farms are being turned off even when the sun is shining brightly due to an oversupply of electricity and insufficient storage capacity. This conundrum sheds light on the urgent need to enhance energy storage infrastructure to accommodate the burgeoning output of solar energy.
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The atmosphere has suffered a great blow since humans began cutting trees recklessly and using sources of energy that pollute the environment. The effects of these practices are evident in how the weather patterns are changing unfavorably. However, all is not lost. Whatever is left of the earth can still be salvaged and the adverse effects can be reversed with the help of solar energy.
Choosing the Best Battery for Solar Storage in 2021
Investing in solar energy is often an intelligent decision, depending on where you live. The power generated from solar panels on your home could help you save money long-term, and it also takes a step toward improving your home’s resiliency to natural disasters like earthquakes or wildfires. In fact, increasing your home’s electrical independence can even help prevent future grid disasters.
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How Does Solar Power Work?
Throughout the entire universe, scientists
agree that there is no better example of energy than nuclear fission. We don’t
have to look farther than our own solar system’s sun to see this process in
action. Every single second within the giant ball of burning gas that is our
sun, 600 million tons of helium convert into hydrogen, which then converts 4
million tons of matter into pure energy. The energy generated remains at the
core of the gas giant for 10,000 to 170,000 years. Needless to say, people for
all of history have been looking for ways to copy this process for limitless
energy on Earth.
To date, the best we have at mimicking the
sun’s energy is actually to use the sun’s energy through solar power. Though it’s not quite as simple as holding an appliance
under direct sunlight, the energy that the sun puts out isn’t just freeform
energy we can use. It has to be absorbed and converted into usable electricity
for appliances, lights, etc. How does that process work? Here is a quick
rundown on how we harness the power of the sun and convert it into usable
energy.
The Steps to Converting Sunlight into Energy
The first step in this process is to absorb
the sunlight through what are called photovoltaic cells. Most people know them
merely as solar panels. These aren’t just pieces of glass that you hold under
the sun. There is a lot of intricacy going on with these panels, which feature
multiple layers of PV cells that have a photovoltaic effect and actually absorb
the sun’s energy. It doesn’t absorb the light per se; it absorbs the UV rays,
which act as energy when it hits the PV cells, and this works the best when
it’s a direct line with the sun’s energy. The sun’s energy output remains relatively
constant, so the effects of the power from the sun in this regard has much more
to do with the quality and functionality of the PV cells set up to absorb that
energy.
Solar Converters
So, with the right PV cells, solar power is ready to be used as electricity, right? There’s
another step here not to overlook. Once we harness the power of the sun, we
have to convert it into actual electricity for use. This typically happens once
a solar inverter, as part of a solar panel system, converts the power from DC
(direct current) electricity from the solar modules into AC (alternating
current) electricity. This conversion means we can use the energy to charge up
a series of batteries, which are wired throughout the home like basic
electrical components, thus used to provide the electricity people use in their
day to day lives. It has to be converted and stored before use.
Flowing Electricity
After this point, the electricity is flowing
through the home, but it’s finite. For most solar panel setups, the power is
only going to flow for as long as the batteries have a charge. The PV cells
absorb the energy, the PV cells convert and charge batteries, and we use the
battery power to charge electrical appliances. You can think of it in many
respects, like a laptop or cell phone battery. It will give you plenty of power
but need regular recharging. Some appliances go straight from the PV cells to
the appliance, like some water heaters, but most systems charge up batteries to
use to deliver the electricity.
Tracking and Sun-Facing Mechanics
The better aligned solar panels are with the
sun, the more power they can absorb and put out. This reason is why a lot of
sophisticated systems will actually track the sun, though even these are
basically useless at night. This requirement is also why many people who want
solar setups in their home have to get themselves a lot of different batteries
for their rigs, as they will need to rely on that battery power at night when the
sun sets, while the next day the sun’s energy will recharge them.
The good news for people interested in solar
energy is that there are companies out there who have a great handle on this
and can come in and give you a solar panel rig that will get the job done for
you and your family. Though it never hurts to learn a little about the process.
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A Look at How Solar Can Change The Transportation Industry
Solar power is something that can be found
in many areas of life today. From homes and businesses to cars and even
heavy-duty trucks used in the transport industry, you can find solar power in
every direction. The Environmental Protection Agency recommends those that who want
to own environmentally-friendly vehicles check to see if the vehicles they are
considering are SmartWay vehicles.
How Solar Energy Can Help Students Save Money
As a student, you
probably use up a lot of energy. Whether it’s lighting or heating your home,
heating up your water supply, charging your devices, revising at your computer, or watching the television, every minute that you spend ‘plugged in’ is costing
you. Although students are renowned for being able to live off very little
amounts of money, dealing with large bills as a student can quickly cripple you
financially if you’re supporting yourself. We’ve listed some of the main ways
in which solar energy can benefit you as a student.
Solar Panels
Having solar panels
installed at your home can be an excellent investment. If you’re living in your
own privately owned property you should have no problem getting solar panels
installed, however, be careful if you are a tenant as you will need to have
your landlord’s permission. There are many schemes across the U.S. promoting
solar energy, which you may find useful to use if you need to get approval
before having solar panels installed. Once installed, you will be able to
generate a lot of the energy that your home uses, which will drastically cut
your energy bills and enable you to be more self-sufficient. This is especially
useful for those enrolled in home-based programs such as the online MSW from Rutgers Online.
Charging Your Devices
It’s not just heating
and lighting your home that solar power can easily do – did you know that you
can now get solar-powered charging gadgets for your smart devices? Whether you
own an iPhone, Android phone, or prefer to use a tablet for browsing and
staying in touch, keeping the battery full of juice can use up a lot of energy
and highly contribute to your electricity bill. With solar-powered charging
devices, you can at least save some energy on keeping your smartphone battery
at 100%, even if you can’t get solar panels at home.
Solar Transport
They may not be
mainstream yet, but in the future, solar-powered vehicles are certainly going
to become much more popular. As the world searches for alternatives to gas when it comes to powering the vehicles
on our roads, solar energy has made great steps forward, with solar buses
helping to reduce the carbon footprint in China, solar racing cars are making
headlines in Australia and a solar-powered aircraft has already made its way around the world.
Although you might not be able to get a solar car before you’ve graduated from
your M.S.W. online, it’s certainly worth getting excited about.
Solar Home Heating
Heating your home or
your student room can be an expensive experience. But, with a solar heating
product such as a solar space heater, you can be warm and snug at home without
having to worry about the size of your energy bill. Solar space heaters work by
harnessing sunlight and converting it into thermal energy, without costing you
a dime!
Solar energy is going
to be huge in the future, so why not start saving money with it now!
Click on the map of solar farms in Texas and solar farms in California to search for locations.
How Much is the Tesla Powerwall?
$3500 for 10kWh and $3000 for 7 kWh
Website pricing is $5,500 for 10 kWh
The Tesla Powerwall is rechargeable wall mounted energy storage product. The Powerwall is intended for backup power home & business use for solar self-consumption, time of use load shifting, backup power and off-the-grid use.
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