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Solar power systems are becoming very popular these days because they are environmental friendly, unlike the other systems through which we are producing energy. I'm sure all of you know the importance of having energy in our day to day lives. If that wasn't the case, then we all would still be living in the dark ages.
It is becoming a common sight these days to see many homes fitted with solar panels on their roof tops or else somewhere in the premises. If you are a nature lover, then you too will like the idea of switching over to solar power for your energy needs. For those of you who have no idea how to proceed on this or have doubts on the ability of the solar power systems, then this article will erase of your fears.
I will be talking about the common solar power systems components which are available in the market right now and you can select the system which you feel will be the most suitable for you. Some of you may even decide to choose all three solar power systems components.
As of now there are three kinds of solar systems components that you can use at home, they are as follows:
Solar cookers: I think you may have heard about it, like the name implies it is a cooker than can perform the same function as an ordinary cooker, only difference here is that it runs on solar power. There are some issues on its performance, people have complained that the solar cooker can be little slower when compared to the ordinary cooker.
Well, what are few minutes longer when the food comes cooked just as good from an ordinary cooker without harming the earth. The solar cooker can roast, bake, and boil and is suitable for single people or small sized families.
Solar thermal systems: The solar thermal systems are not new as they go way back to 1980 and the ones I'm taking about are simply an update of the older ones. The working concept is the same, as you need solar panels for the sun's heat energy to be transferred to a water tank.
When the water in the tank is heated, this causes your home to be heated. All you need to do is have some pipe fittings in your home. Those days it was very expensive, but nowadays they are more affordable and efficient.
Solar generators: With solar generators you can almost run all your home appliances as they are a very good alternative for power. The generator makes use of photovoltaic cells on which the power inverter is hooked. You can use the solar generators for your lighting system at home and the best part here is the electrical power is stored in the batteries, which you can use later.
You can create your own generator for as low as $200. The internet has lot of information on DIY kits that also contain instructional materials that provide step by step instructions on how to create solar panels.
Solar power systems can be excellent alternative for those who want not only to save electricity bills, but also the earth. If you are interested and have the money to buy the materials, don't hesitate as you will surely benefit from it.
