What is a solar energy glossary?

W ----- Y ----- Z ----- Solar Energy Glossary of Photovoltaic Terms is a comprehensive collection of terms pertaining to solar installations, solar electricity, and solar power generation. The definitions included relate to photovoltaic, concentrated solar power, and solar thermal technologies.

What is a solar abbreviation?

We've collected over 20 solar acronyms and abbreviations and placed them here, complete with definitions and quick navigations to help provide greater clarity around going solar. kWh (or Kw h) - Stands for kilowatt-hour. It is a unit of energy used to measure the amount of electricity either consumed or generated.

What is the big solar energy glossary?

The Big Solar Energy Glossary defines and simplifies some of the top solar words, industry acronyms and green energy terms to help you more easily navigate the sector and make more informed decisions. All terms and acronyms are defined in the context of solar energy.

What is a photovoltaic/thermal (pv/T) system?

A photovoltaic/thermal (PV/T) system converts solar radiation into electrical and thermal energy. The incorporation of thermal collectors with PV technology can increase the overall efficiency of a PV system as thermal energy is produced as a by-product of the production of electrical energy.

What is a photovoltaic (PV) cell?

Photovoltaic (PV) Cell: The smallest semiconductor element within a PV module to perform the immediate conversion of light into electrical energy (direct current voltage and current). Also called a solar cell.

What is a solar battery?

Battery – A device that stores electricity in chemical bonds for later discharge and use; in terms of solar power, batteries are ordinarily only used in stand-alone or off-grid solar power systems.