Solar technological innovations

When we think of solar technology, we often think of new gadgets and materials. But solar technology has been in existence since 1876 when William Grylls Adams and his student researcher found that you can produce electricity by exposing selenium to light. This confirmed that it was possible to produce energy from light. This method, however, was not nearly efficient enough to be practical, but it showed the way for the future of solar technology. From then until now, there have been dramatic improvements in the efficiency and practicality of solar materials. Even though it has been over a century since this discovery, we are still in the early stages of solar innovation. 

Lumeta Solar introduces a new solar module

Lumeta Solar is a solar panel company that is introducing a new solar module that is much easier to install on one’s roof. Their module is a frameless panel that has a strong adhesive applied to its back. To install these panels, you peel off the paper that is covering the adhesive and stick the panels directly onto your rooftop. Depending on your type of roof and the number of panels, this method can take just a few hours to install. Their panels have an efficiency of 18%, a power output of 300 watts, and weigh about 26 pounds. This makes the Lumeta solar panel a very good option for many homeowners.

Solar Windows

Another exciting solar technology that will emerge on a larger scale sometime in 2018 is the solar window. A solar window looks like any normal window, but it generates energy as the sunlight passes through the glass. It does this through a quantum dot coating. Quantum dots are microscopic semiconductors that are capable of transferring absorbed light to the edges of solar windows where solar cells are added. When the light moves to the edges of the window, the solar cell will convert that light into electricity. This breakthrough technology is now making solar window technology much more efficient and possible. Right now, solar windows are fairly rare, but several companies are working on solar window technology, so we should be seeing more of these options entering the market in 2018.

Tesla Solar Shingles

Many have heard of Tesla’s innovative solar technology that infuses solar cells into the roof shingle itself. These shingles are sleek, modern, and more elegant than any form of solar technology yet on the market. Although these shingles may not be affordable,, they can be a great option for people who are more focused on aesthetics. 

Solar power is here to stay, and the sooner you explore how much you can save, the sooner you can enjoy the benefits of residential solar power. Go to HahaSmart.com and try our price checker tool. It tells you how much solar power you need, and how much you can save.

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