How solar technology works

1. Photovoltaic modules can be mounted on the roofs of buildings in many different ways. The cells in the modules convert daylight into DC electricity. This process is silent and has no moving parts.
2. The DC electricity is wired to a set of inverters, usually installed in the plant room. The inverters convert the DC electricity to AC. The AC electricity is then sent through the main distribution bard for use in the building.
3. When more electricity is generated than is being used in the building the excess can be exported to the grid. At night, or when the demand is higher than the PV system can supply, electricity is imported from the grid.

The video below demonstrates who our C21e solar electric roof tiles and our C21t solar thermal roof tiles work, and how the system integrates into residential developments.