A solar PV system has a few key components that allow it to function, they are the modules (panels), the inverter, the mounting system, rapid shutdown, rodent protection, a generation meter, and wiring.
The solar PV modules, or panels, are equipped with solar cells which take energy from the sun’s rays and convert it to DC (direct current) energy to be passed through wiring toward the inverter.
The solar inverter will then convert the energy from DC (direct current) to AC (alternating current) which will be connected to a meter base at your home or business (either a bi-directional meter which will replace your consumption meter in a net metering system, or a secondary generation meter for Feed-In-Tariff (FIT/Micro-FIT) system – installed by your local utility).
We use rapid shutdown boxes to quickly disable PV generators. They are required by the electrical code and assist to reduce shock hazard for emergency responders. The box is connected directly to the inverter and is mounted conveniently under the module for maximum protection.
The mounting system we employ uses only non-corrosive aluminum and stainless-steel non-moving parts, which attaches to your roof trusses (or alternate mounting type/area if required) for secure and stable protection of your home and solar panels. Click here for more information.
Rodent protection is a code requirement for new solar PV systems. We use a fence, like chicken wire, which is attached to the frame of each module as a preventative measure against rodents such as squirrels and birds to take shelter in your system and potentially cause damage to it by chewing the wires or otherwise damaging the panels.
All wiring from the modules to the rapid shutdown box and inverter are all code compliant (as is true for all our system parts).
Under net metering, your electricity company will read your meter and calculate your bill by subtracting the value of electricity you supplied from what you used, or giving you a credit if you supplied more electricity than you used (credits can be carried over to future bills for up to 12 months). A bi-directional meter is installed which shows how much is being generated. For more information, on net metering visit Ontario.ca.
Under a feed-in-tariff (FIT) program, the solar system owner is being paid money for the electricity generated and fed into the grid. The solar system owner now is a power generator and power supplier, with income being generated. There are currently no FIT programs available in Canada.
For questions and inquiries, you can contact us through our contact page, by phone at 519-946-0408, or email us at info@greensunrising.com.
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