What are the different types of solar power generation?

Solar Electric Power generation. Two types: Thermal -use sun’s ability to heat (usually water) to create electricity Photovoltaic devices- a device which directly converts the sun’s energy to electricity. Solar Thermal. Slideshow 9592300 by estradadavid

Is solar power a sustainable source of electricity?

Solar power generation, which is considered to be the cleanest and the most sustainable source of electricity, is leading this massive change. Solar electricity is already finding a wide range of applications in both commercial and residential sectors.

How does a solar power plant work?

A basic solar power plant has solar collectors that concentrate sunlight, a butane boiler that generates steam using the heated water from collectors, a turbine turned by the steam to generate electricity, and a condenser to cool the steam. Solar energy can be used for applications like water pumping, heating, drying, and power generation.

What are the different types of solar PV technologies?

The document outlines different types of solar PV technologies like monocrystalline, polycrystalline and thin film solar cells. It also discusses designing of solar PV systems including components like blocking diodes and bypass diodes. The advantages and disadvantages of solar energy systems are highlighted.

Are solar power plants a good investment?

In spite of the high cost of solar technologies and policy of government, investment in the solar power generation is the good pay off due to the noise free and pollution free solar energy. This document summarizes information about solar power plants.