Yes, solar energy panels will still work during the wintertime. How Does It Work? The solar panels convert light (photons) to electricity (voltage) through the photovoltaic effect. The same way you can still get a sunburn on a cloudy day, the light waves still work to power the solar cells inside the paneling. The only change between seasons …
California power grid prepares for strain from heatwave
This week we will see rising temperatures on the central coast, including highs in the 100’s for Atascadero, Paso Robles and other inland areas. With this heatwave also comes a strain on the electrical grid for California as home owners switch on their air conditioning and fans and high power bills. the state’s power grid operator issued a so-called “flex alert,” urging …
California Public Utility Commission Vote Is A Win For Rooftop Solar
A.M Sun Solar has been keeping our eye on this for years and if you have questions about this, we can answer your questions. Here’s a brief overview of what you need to know: On Thursday, the California Public Utilities Commission voted 3-to-2 to enact its net energy metering (NEM) successor tariff, also known as NEM 2.0. For the …
