Photovoltaic installation is a set of equipment designed to convert solar energy into electricity thanks to the photovoltaic phenomenon. The generating element is photovoltaic panels, made of semiconductor materials (primarily silicon), which generate direct current under the influence of solar radiation. The current is then converted by an inverter into alternating current, which is used in the home electrical grid.
The main components of a photovoltaic installation:
- Photovoltaic panels - convert solar energy into direct current.
- Inverter - transforms direct current into alternating current.
- Mounting system - allows the panels to be fixed.
- Wiring and security - ensure safe power transmission.
Photovoltaic installations can operate either on-grid (grid-supplied) or off-grid (stand-alone with energy storage). They support sustainability and are increasingly used in both homes and commercial buildings.
