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Exports solar panels produced in Turkey to the USA

Exports solar panels produced in Turkey to the USA

 

 Responding to the ever-increasing demand with its strong financial structure, quality production and high capacity, HT Solar will deliver over 300 MW of solar to the US market alone in the first 10 months of 2020.  panel supply. The company, which exports most of the panels it produces in its factory in IstanbulTuzla, with an annual solar panel production capacity of 1 GW, to the USA, also paused exports in this period as the solution partner of two important solar power projects in Maryland and Oregon. He didn't.

 

HT Solar, the only solar panel manufacturer owned by the Chinese state, meets the solar panel needs of the USA and European countries with the solar panels it produces in Istanbul Tuzla, in accordance with standards registered with UL and other international certificates. HT Solar, whose global shipment has exceeded 1 GW since its establishment in Turkey in 2016, has supplied over 300 MW of solar panels to the US market alone in the first 10 months of 2020. HT Solar, which stands out as the company that exports the most solar panels from Turkey to the USA with this figure, has recently added 375W Monocrystalline solar panels to the 15.33MWp capacity SPP project in Oregon, USA, and 380W Monocrystalline solar panels to the 26.78 MWp capacity SPP project in Maryland. became a solution partner with solar panels.

“We are the only company from Turkey to enter the list, leaving 21 companies behind.”

 

2019 yılında sadece ABD pazarına 400 MW güneş paneli ihracatı gerçekleştirdiklerini, aynı istikrarı 2020 yılında da pandemiye rağmen sürdürdüklerini söyleyen HT Solar Genel Müdür Yardımcısı Mustafa Ahmet Beler, “ABD bizim en büyük pazarımız. Yıllık kapasitemizin yaklaşık %50’sini ABD pazarı içinayırıyoruz.  2015 yılından beri sektörün en prestijli listesi olan ve Bloomberg tarafından yayınlanan Tier 1 listesinde yer alan Çin devlet şirketi HT-SAAE’ye bağlı bir kuruluş olarak, ABD merkezli sektörün en prestijli kurumları arasında yer alan PV Evolution Labs (PVEL) tarafından 2020 yılında ‘’En İyi Performans Gösteren Üreticiler’den biri seçilerek dünya sıralamasında 6. sırada yer aldık. İstanbul’daki fabrikamızda ürettiğimiz güneş panelleriyle 21 şirketi geride bırakarak, listeye Türkiye’den giren tek üretici olduk. Güçlü konumumuz, yüksek kalite anlayışımız ve referanslarımız sayesinde yurtiçinde olduğu kadar, önemli global projelerin de çözüm ortağı olmaya devam ediyoruz.” dedi.

Updates its products according to the needs of the market

 

Stating that they constantly update their products in line with the increasing demand in the market, Ahmet Beler continued as follows: “Our product portfolio includes solar panels with different features. In parallel with the increase in demand and use of solar energy, we adapted our production line to produce 158.75mm cells and started production. With our new investments, we will start the production of higher efficiency panels called Multi busbar (MBB) with 166mm cells as of the beginning of 2021. “We plan to supply more panels to global projects by increasing our production capacity with our new investments.”

HT Solar signature in 36.2% of solar power plants in Turkey

 

HT Solar continues to be the solution partner of solar energy projects, whose use in industry is increasing day by day in Turkey. The company, which produces solar panels in two different sizes, 60 and 72 cells, in its factory established on an area of 32,000 m2 in Istanbul, supplied solar panels to 36.2% of the solar power plants established in Turkey in 2019. Responding to the increasing demand in Turkey as solar power plants for self-consumption began to be installed on the roofs of commercial enterprises, HT Solar aims to ship 250 MW in the domestic market by the end of 2020.

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HT Solar and Göktekin Energy meet the energy needs of the industry

Leaders of energy became solution partners for projects

 

HT Solar and Göktekin Energy meet the energy needs of the industry

 

HT Solar, which exports the solar panels produced in its factory with 1.2 GW solar panel production capacity to all over the world, continues to be the solution partner of industrial projects with Göktekin Energy, one of the leading EPC companies in the sector. Finally, in cooperation with Göktekin Enerji, HT Solar took part in the projects of companies serving in different sectors with the solar panels it produced.

 

HT Solar, which continues to supply solar panels to projects that have increased in recent years in Turkey with its market-leading work, has strengthened its existing cooperation with Göktekin Energy. The two companies, which collaborated on many projects in 2019 and 2020, aim to maximize the search for efficiency in the industry in 2021.

The country's competitive power is carried to the future in cooperation with Göktekin Energy

 

HT Solar, a solution partner for reference projects in Turkey, supplied solar panels to approximately 40 percent of the solar power plants established in the Turkish market in 2020. In the projects carried out with Göktekin Enerji, one of the most important partner companies of HT Solar; Total 33 MWp in Adana, 13.7 MWp in Van, 11.5 MWp in Osmaniye, 8.4 MWp in Erzurum, 7 MWp in Gaziantep, 7 MWp in Ağrı, 5.7 MWp in Izmir, Kahramanmaraş. Solar panels were supplied to projects with a capacity of 3.9 MWp in Eskişehir, 1.6 MWp in Eskişehir, 1.3 MWp in Niğde, 1.2 MWp in Kayseri, 1.1 MWp in Balıkesir and 1 MWp in Mersin. With these collaborations, HT Solar's references in Turkey have exceeded 700 MW. HT Solar continues to be a solution partner for reference projects in 2021. This collaboration between two important players of renewable energy plays a very important role in increasing the use of solar energy in institutions in Anatolia.

Göktekin Energy, the only EPC company with an ESCO certificate in Turkey that provides engineering, project and consultancy services in the field of renewable energy resources, especially solar energy, has completed more than 250 MW turnkey SPP projects since its establishment.

Gaining momentum in the increasing energy demand along with positive demographic trends and high urbanization rate, HT Solar continues its efforts to ensure that renewable and sustainable solar energy is preferred in the industry.

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Ukraine's solar panels are from Turkey

HT Solar, which exports the solar panels produced in its factory with an annual solar panel production capacity of 1200 MW to all over the world, recently supplied solar panels to a solar power plant with a capacity of 19.65 MWp in Ukraine.

 

HT Solar, the only solar panel manufacturer owned by the Chinese state, meets the energy needs of many countries with the solar panels it produces in accordance with standards certified by international certificates. HT Solar, which has been supplying solar panels to more than 1 GW projects around the world since the day it was founded in Turkey, recently became the solution partner of the 19.65 MWp project in Berdyansk, Ukraine.

 

Quick Start to 2021

 

Stating that they have a very wide export network around the world and that they continue their strategic investments to develop this in 2021, HT Solar Sales and Marketing Manager Emre Kulaç said; “As HT Solar, we evaluate potential markets well to meet the increasing energy demand with positive demographic trends and high urbanization rate. "Ukraine is one of these countries," he said.

Kulaç, who stated that they cooperated with the investor company Demircioğlu Mermer and the EPC company Solargüç in Berdyansk city of Ukraine in this context, said: "We shipped 400W Monocrystalline Bifacial panels to the solar power plant with a capacity of 19.65 MWp. Ukraine, which has an installed capacity of approximately 5 GW, is on its way to becoming the rising star of Europe with its geographical location and renewable energy investments. As HT Solar, we follow the developments in the Ukrainian market closely and aim to be the solution partner of more reference projects.

Meeting the world's energy needs with new technologies

 

Emre Kulaç emphasized that they adopted an innovative approach with smart technologies, autonomous and robotic systems; “By making our success sustainable on a global scale; We develop our product portfolio by following sector and market trends. Currently, in our product portfolio, we have solar panels with different features such as Mono-Perc, Half-Cut and Bifacial, produced with 158.75 mm, 166 mm, 182 mm and 210 mm cells. “We plan to supply more panels to global projects by increasing our production capacity with these new generation panels.” said.

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The Only Solar Panel Manufacturer Among Turkey's Industrial Giants: HT Solar

HT Solar, the only solar panel manufacturer owned by the Chinese state, was the only manufacturer in the top 500 among solar panel manufacturers this year, according to Turkey's 500 Largest Industrial Enterprises 2020 research.

 

The 2020 results of the "Turkey's 500 Largest Industrial Enterprises" ISO 500 ranking, conducted by the Istanbul Chamber of Industry and Commerce to identify the largest companies of the industry in Turkey, have been announced.

According to the results of the research covering all data of industrial organizations, HT Solar, which operates in Istanbul Industry Trade Free Zone and has been in the top 500 in the ISO 500 list for 3 consecutive years, ranked 217th in the 2020 ISO 500 list. HT Solar also ranked 110th overall in the ISO 500 export rankings.

HT Solar supplied more than 1.7 GW of solar panels worldwide

 

HT Solar Sales Marketing Manager Emre Kulaç In his statement, he said: “We are proud to be the only solar panel manufacturer included in the ISO 500 2020 list, one of the most prestigious lists in Turkey. We delivered approximately 240 MW to the Turkish market in 2020 alone, and HT Solar solar panels were used in approximately 40 percent of the solar power plants installed. Since the day we were founded, we have supplied approximately 750 MW of solar panels to the Turkish market and more than 1.7 GW worldwide. As HT Solar, we will continue to contribute to the country's economy and continue our growth by adding energy to our country's energy.''

 

Ranked 110th in export rankings

 

Uluslararası sertifikalarla tescillenen standartlarda ürettikleri güneş panelleri ile birçok ülkenin enerji ihtiyacını karşıladıklarını vurgulayan HT Solar Sales Marketing Manager Emre Kulaç, sözlerini şöyle sürdürdü: “2020 İSO 500 ihracat sıralamasında ise genel sıralamada 110. sıradayız. ABD, Ortadoğu ve Avrupa’ya gerçekleştirdiğimiz ihracatlar sayesinde ciromuzun yüzde 85’ini ihracattan karşılıyoruz. En büyük pazarımız olan ABD’ye sadece 2020 yılında 400 MW güneş paneli tedarik ettik. ABD dışında ağırlıklı olarak Almanya, Hollanda, Slovenya, Macaristan, Fransa, Ukrayna, BAE, Suriye ve Meksika’ya ihracat gerçekleştiriyoruz.

 

“Best Performing” Manufacturer for the third time

 

PV Evolution Labs (PVEL), the world's leading independent PV (photovoltaic) panel testing laboratory based in the USA, has published the "2021 PV Panel Reliability Report", in which it announced its seventh annual PV panel test results. HT-Solar parent company, Tier-1 manufacturer HT-SAAE; With the solar panels produced in its factory in Istanbul/Turkey, it became one of the "Best Performing" manufacturers for the third time among global PV panel manufacturers with its product reliability and performance.

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Anfas Antalya Exhibition

Enerji Verimliliği ve Dönüşümü Fuarı

 

Tarih:27 – 29 Şubat 2020 | 10:00 – 18:00

Konum:Anfaş Uluslararası Fuar ve Kongre Merkezi

Energy Efficiency and Conversion Fair

Date:27 – 29 February 2020   |   10:00 – 18:00

Location:Anfaş International Expo and Convention Center

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Solar Istanbul Exhibition

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Güneş Enerjisi,Enerji Depolama,Elektrikli Ulaşım ve Dijitalleşme Fuarı ve Konferansı

 

Tarih:11 – 13 Mart 2020 | 10:00 – 18:00

Konum:Istanbul Kongre Merkezi

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HT-SAAE awarded as a “Top Performer” in PVEL 2020 PV Reliability Scorecard

HT-SAAE was selected to the "Best Performing Manufacturers" list in the PVEL 2020 PV Reliability Assessment on May 28. HT-SAAE; It showed great success in many different evaluation criteria, with the reliability and excellent performance of its panels. HT-SAAE ranked 6th in the worldwide list, leaving many of its competitors behind.

 

PVEL, a US-based testing laboratory, is among the most prestigious institutions in the sector and carries out performance and reliability tests that show the credibility of solar energy technology with the data it has obtained for many years. The "PVEL PV Reliability Assessment" report is undertaken annually by PV Evolution Labs (PVEL) and prepared in partnership with DNV GL. In the report, panel reliability was evaluated in many aspects. HT-SAAE, with its solar panels produced in Turkey, ranked high in the list of 21 competitors and entered the list in 6th place as a global leader.


The table also ranks manufacturers by the total number of Top Performer awards, HT-SAAE was at top of the list with  total 8 top performer modules which have been produced in Istanbul,Turkey Factory.


PAN Files

 

Pan Files is new line in the Top Performer Ranking test.HT-SAAE was ranked in the 2020 Pan Top Performers and the data presented  is only from PVEL’s PAN testing as part of a PQP where the samples are factory witnessed.

There are a lot of moving parts in this testing, not least in relation to bifacial modules. Other differentiated yield performances simulated included a heterojunction module, which obviously offered high temperature performance gains, due to having some of the lowest temperature coefficients.

PID Overview

 

HT-SAAE has been also  ranked among 2020 PID Top Performers. PID (Phenomenon of potential-induced degredation) has emerged over  past 10 years with the development of higher system voltage and ungrounded systems.PVEL’s PID test is carried out in an environmental chamber with voltage bias equal to the maximum system voltage (MSV) rating of the module (-1000 V or -1500V) being applied under 85°C and 85% relative humidity for two cycles of 96 hours. These temperature, moisture, and voltage bias conditions allow PVEL to evaluate degradation related to increased leakage currents.

Thermal Cycle Overview

In its 2020 report, PVEL noted strong results from a range of wafer, cell and module types, including standard and half-cut cell module types, as well as thin film, tiled cells, multi-busbar and heterojunction (HJT) modules. Both glass-glass and glass-backsheet bifacial modules achieved Top Performer status in the 2020 TC tests, with a total of 54 different modules recognized as Top Performers.

In PVEL’s thermal cycling test sequence, modules are placed in an environmental chamber where the temperature is reduced to -40°C, held, then increased to 85°C and held again. Maximum power current is applied to the modules while increasing and decreasing the temperature.

A total of 600 cycles, repeated 200 times over three periods, are said to equal approximately 84 days in the climate chamber.

Source: PV Evolution Labs

HT-SAAE was selected to the "Best Performing Manufacturers" list in the PVEL 2020 PV Reliability Assessment on May 28. HT-SAAE; It showed great success in many different evaluation criteria, with the reliability and excellent performance of its panels. HT-SAAE ranked 6th in the worldwide list, leaving many of its competitors behind.

 

PVEL, a US-based testing laboratory, is among the most prestigious institutions in the sector and carries out performance and reliability tests that show the credibility of solar energy technology with the data it has obtained for many years. The "PVEL PV Reliability Assessment" report is undertaken annually by PV Evolution Labs (PVEL) and prepared in partnership with DNV GL. In the report, panel reliability was evaluated in many aspects. HT-SAAE, with its solar panels produced in Turkey, ranked high in the list of 21 competitors and entered the list in 6th place as a global leader.

The best performing panels were determined as a result of Electroluminance, Flash, PID, Thermal cycle, High temperature, Mechanical strength tests and Radiation tests performed on different types of products from 22 different brands. Solar panels produced by HT-SAAE showed high performance in many of these tests and ranked at the top.



In addition, in the table that ranks the manufacturers according to their best performance, HT-SAAE was at the top of the best performance list with a total of 8 solar panels in 4 different types.

The Only Turkish Producer to Enter the List

 

HT-SAAE is the only Turkish company that has managed to enter the PVEL 2020 PV Reliability Assessment with samples produced in its factory in Istanbul / Turkey. HT-SAAE has taken part in many projects around the world with its high-performance panels. In addition; It aims to increase its solar panel supply to global projects every year with its strong financial structure, quality production and high capacity.

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What are the Solar Panel Types?

Solar Panel Types Solar panels have gained significant attention in recent years due to their eco-friendly electricity generation, and investments in them are increasing every year. Solar panel technology has evolved over the years and diversified according to various applications. Although there are many types of solar panels available today, they can be primarily categorized into four main models, which are:

  • Monocrystalline solar panel
  • Polycrystalline solar panel
  • Thin-film solar panel

1-) Monocrystalline Solar Panel

 

Monocrystalline solar panels are the most efficient type of solar panels compared to other panel varieties. Their ability to generate a significant amount of energy in a small space makes them particularly attractive for those with limited installation area.

The lifespan of monocrystalline solar panels can reach up to 30 years, which is longer than other types. Additionally, the single-crystal structure of monocrystalline solar panels allows for higher efficiency. This type of solar panel typically achieves an efficiency rate of around 24%, making it more advantageous compared to others.

However, one of its disadvantages is that the unit price per watt is approximately double that of other types of solar panels. Due to the lengthy and complex production process, they are more expensive than others.

Although monocrystalline solar panels are more expensive compared to other types, monocrystalline solar panels are the most preferred in rural areas where access to the electricity grid is challenging, thanks to their long lifespan and high efficiency. They are also used in applications such as smart irrigation systems to provide energy in agricultural regions.

2-) Polycrystalline Solar Panel

 

Polycrystalline solar panels are a complete price-performance model in terms of efficiency and cost. The lifespan of these panels can reach up to 25 years. They are also known for their durability and resistance to adverse weather conditions. For all these reasons, they are the most preferred solar panel model. The efficiency of these panels is around 15%. Despite covering more space compared to monocrystalline solar panels, they produce less energy. Considering these characteristics, they are more preferred in places like vacation homes, which have periodic rather than constant energy needs.

More than 2/3 of the panels on the market are composed of polycrystalline solar panels. However, the increased demand for energy after the pandemic has highlighted the importance of renewable energy. Investments in solar energy have significantly increased to meet the energy demand. Due to longer warranty periods and efficiency, monocrystalline panels have become more attractive for long-term planning. Although polycrystalline solar panels currently make up a significant portion of the market share, it is expected that this ratio will continue to decrease every year.

3-) Thin-Film Solar Panel

 

Thin-film solar panels, unlike other panels, are coated with a polymer called ETFE (Ethylene tetrafluoroethylene) instead of a glass layer. As a result, these panels are lighter, thinner, and more flexible than others. However, these panels are not preferred much due to having an efficiency of around 7%. While other panel types typically come with an average warranty period of 20-25 years, flexible panels offer a warranty of up to 5 years. Another disadvantage of these panels is that they require a significant amount of space. Therefore, the thin-film solar panel model has the smallest market share.

Looking at their advantageous features, thin-film solar panels are not greatly affected by extreme temperature changes. Due to this characteristic, they can be preferred in regions where there are significant temperature differences between day and night. In addition to this feature, thin-film solar panels have an elegant appearance and are easy to transport and install, making them a preferred choice. Especially in sloped roofs or hilly terrains, flexible solar panels stand out because they are lightweight and easy to install. They are also preferred for meeting the electricity needs of devices such as laptops and phones that require low energy. Although flexible solar panels currently have the smallest market share, it is expected that they will significantly increase their market share in the near future, especially in apartment buildings and vehicles.

Summary;

SOLAR PANEL TYPE ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES
Monocrystalline High efficiency and performance Higher costs
Polycrystalline Lower costs Lower efficiency and performance
Thin-Film Portable and flexible Lower efficiency and performance

Güneş panelleri çevre dostu elektrik üretmesinden dolayı özellikle son yıllarda ciddi ilgi görmekte ve yatırımları her geçen yıl artmaktadır. Güneş panelleri teknolojinin gelişmesiyle birlikte yıllar içinde geliştirilmiş ve kullanım alanlarına göre çeşitlilik göstermiştir. Günümüzde birçok güneş paneli çeşidi olsa da temelde dört ana modele ayrılmaktadır. Bunlar;

 

  • Monokristal güneş paneli
  • Polikristal güneş paneli 
  • İnce film güneş paneli 

şeklindedir. 

  • Monokristal Güneş Paneli

 

Monokristal güneş paneli diğer panel çeşitlerine kıyasla en verimli güneş panel türüdür. Monokristal güneş paneli küçük alanda büyük enerji üretebildiğinden dolayı sınırlı kurulum alanına sahip olanlar için daha cazip hale gelmektedir. 

Monokristal güneş panellerinin kullanım ömrü 30 yıla kadar çıkabilir. Bu tür panellerin kullanım ömrü diğerlerine göre daha uzundur. Aynı zamanda Monokristal güneş panellerinin tek kristal yapısı daha yüksek verim alınmasını sağlamaktadır. Bu tür güneş panellerinin verimlilik oranının %24 civarında olması diğer türlere göre daha avantajlı olmasını sağlamaktadır. Ancak diğer yandan watt başına birim fiyatının diğer güneş paneli çeşitlerine göre 2 kat daha fazla olması da dezavantajlarından biridir. Monokristal güneş panellerinin üretim sürecinin uzun ve karmaşık olması nedeniyle diğerlerine göre daha yüksek maliyetlidir.

Monokristal güneş panelleri diğer türlere göre daha pahalı olsa da kullanım süresi ve verimliliğinin yüksek olması nedeniyle elektrik şebekesine erişimin zor olduğu kırsal bölgelerde en çok tercih edilen güneş paneli modelidir. Aynı zamanda akıllı sulama sistemleri gibi uygulamalarda kullanılarak tarım bölgelerinde enerji sağlamaktadır.

 

  • Polikristal Güneş Paneli 

 

Polikristal güneş paneli verim ve maliyet açısından tam bir fiyat performans modelidir. Bu tür panellerin kullanım süresi 25 yıla kadar çıkabilir. Ayrıca dayanıklı olması ve kötü hava koşullarına karşı iyi bir dirence sahiptir. Tüm bu nedenlerden en çok tercih edilen güneş paneli modelidir. Bu tür panellerin verimliliği %15 civarındadır. Monokristal güneş paneline göre daha fazla alan kaplamasına rağmen daha az enerji üretir. Bu özellikler göz önüne alındığında sürekli bir enerji ihtiyacı olan alanlardan ziyade dönemsel yaşam alanları olan yazlık gibi yerlerde daha fazla tercih edilmektedir. 

Piyasadaki panellerin 2/3’sinden fazlası polikristal güneş panellerinden oluşmaktadır. Ancak pandemiden sonra artan enerji ihtiyacı yenilenebilir enerjinin önemini gün yüzüne çıkarmıştır. Enerji talebinin karşılanması adına güneş enerjisine yatırımlar ciddi bir şekilde artış göstermiştir. Garanti süreleri ve verimlilik uzun dönemli planlalamalarda daha fazla dikkat edildiğinden dolayı monokristal paneller daha cazip hale gelmiştir. Pazar payının büyük bir kısmını polikristal güneş paneli oluştursa da her sene bu oran düşmeye devam edeceği öngörülmektedir.

 

  • İnce Film Güneş Paneli 

 

İnce film güneş paneli diğer panellerin aksine korucuyu bir cam tabaka yerine ETFE (Ethylene tetrafluoroethylene) adlı bir polimer ile kaplanmıştır. Bundan dolayı bu tür paneller diğerlerine göre daha hafif, daha ince ve daha esnektir. Ancak bu tür paneller %7 civarında bir verimliliğe sahip olmasından dolayı pek tercih edilmemektedir. Diğer panel türleri ortalama 20-25 yıl garanti süresine sahipken esnek paneller 5 yıla kadar bir garanti sunmaktadır. Ayrıca bu tür panellerin çok fazla alan kaplaması da bir diğer dezavantajlı özelliğidir. Bunlardan dolayı ince film güneş paneli modeli piyasadaki en küçük paya sahiptir. 

Avantajlı özelliklere bakıldığında ince film güneş paneli aşırı ısı değişimlerinden çok fazla etkilenmez. Bu özelliğinden dolayı gece gündüz sıcaklık farklılıklarının fazla olduğu bölgelerde tercih edilebilir. Bu özelliğinin yanı sıra çok şık bir görüntüye sahip olan ince film güneş panelleri taşınması ve montajı kolay olması nedeniyle tercih edilebilir.  Özellikle eğimli çatılarda veya eğimli arazilerde hafif ve montajı kolay olduğundan diğer panel çeşitleri yerine esnek güneş panelleri öne çıkmaktadır. Ayrıca düşük enerji gerektiren dizüstü bilgisayar, telefon gibi cihazların elektrik ihtiyacını karşılamak için de yine bu tür paneller tercih edilmektedir. İlerleyen yıllarda apartmanlarda ve araçlarda daha yoğun kullanılması beklenen esnek güneş panelleri şu an en az piyasa payına sahip olsa da yakın gelecekte bu payını katlayarak artıracağı düşünülmektedir.

Özetle;

 

GÜNEŞ PANEL TÜRÜ AVANTAJLAR DEZAVANTAJLAR
Monokristal Yüksek etki ve performans Yüksek maliyetli
Polikristal Düşük maliyetli Düşük etki ve performans
İnce-Film Portatif ve esnek Düşük etki ve performans
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Solar Panels

What Are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Using Solar Panels?


The increasing global warming caused by fossil fuel consumption has made renewable energy sources more and more important day by day. The use of solar energy, which is one of the renewable energy sources, has been rapidly increasing in recent years thanks to technological advancements. Although solar energy is an eco-friendly energy source, it produced to harness this energy come with various advantages and disadvantages depending on factors such as location, technology, and individual circumstances. Here are some of the key advantages and disadvantages of using solar panels.

 

  • Advantages

Solar panels harness energy from the sun, which is a limitless, renewable resource and cost-free. Solar power is clean and produces no greenhouse gas emissions or air pollutions. Benefiting from solar energy reduces fossil fuel consumption and helps to reduce global warming.

A solar energy system reduces your dependence on mains power. After installation, solar panels demand minimal upkeep and possess an extended lifespan of around 25 to 30 years, thereby establishing their efficacy as a financially prudent energy alternative in the long run. Using solar panels can lead to significant savings on electricity bills for a business, institution or home. Also, some governments frequently provide various incentives, such as tax credits, rebates, and feed-in tariffs, to promote the utilization of solar panels. These initiatives serve to diminish the initial cost associated with solar panel adoption, thus encouraging its widespread implementation. 

 

  • Disadvantages

The initial expense of purchasing and installing solar panels is quite high, however it has been getting lower due to technological advances and government incentives.

Solar power generation is dependent on sunlight, so energy production can be intermittent, with reduced output power during cloudy days and at night. Solar panel efficiency varies with weather conditions and location. In regions with less sunlight, solar panels may be less effective. However, energy storage solutions like batteries can solve this issue. It also means additional cost. 

In summary, solar panels offer numerous environmental and financial benefits, but they also come with upfront costs and some limitations, such as weather dependence and space requirements. The decision to use solar panels should be based on individual circumstances, location, and long-term goals. Advances in technology and government incentives continue to make solar power an increasingly attractive option for many homeowners and businesses.

Güneş Paneli Kullanımının Avantajları ve Dezavantajları Nelerdir?

 

Fosil yakıt tüketiminin küresel ısınmaya neden olması yenilenebilir enerji kaynaklarının her geçen gün daha da önem kazanmasını sağlamıştır. Yenilenebilir enerji kaynaklarından biri olan güneş enerjisinin kullanımı son yıllarda teknolojinin gelişmesiyle birlikte hızla artmaktadır. Güneş enerjisi her ne kadar çevre dostu bir enerji kaynağı olsa da bu enerjiyi kullanmak için üretilen güneş panelleri konum, teknoloji ve bireysel koşullar gibi faktörlere bağlı olarak çeşitli avantajlar ve dezavantajlara sahiptir. Güneş panelleri kullanmanın bazı temel avantajları ve dezavantajları şunlardır.

 

  • Avantajlar

Güneş panelleri, güneşten gelen enerjiyi kullanır ve bu sınırsız, yenilenebilir ve ücretsiz bir kaynaktır. Güneş enerjisi temizdir ve sera gazı emisyonları veya hava kirliliği üretmez. Güneş enerjisinden faydalanmak fosil yakıt tüketimini azaltır ve küresel ısınmayı azaltmaya yardımcı olur. Bir güneş enerjisi sistemi, ana elektrik kaynağına olan bağımlılığınızı azaltır. Kurulumdan sonra güneş panelleri minimum bakım gerektirir ve yaklaşık 25 ila 30 yıl süren uzun bir ömre sahiptir, bu da onları uzun vadede finansal olarak mantıklı bir enerji alternatifi olarak konumlandırır. Güneş panelleri kullanmak, işletme, kurum veya ev için elektrik faturalarında önemli tasarruflar sağlayabilir. Ayrıca, bazı hükümetler, güneş panellerinin kullanımını teşvik etmek için vergi indirimleri, geri ödemeler ve besleme tarifeleri gibi çeşitli teşvikler sunar. Bu girişimler, güneş panellerinin kabul edilmesiyle ilişkilendirilen başlangıç maliyetini azaltmaya hizmet eder ve böylece geniş çapta uygulanmasını teşvik eder

 

  • Dezavantajlar

Güneş panelleri satın almak ve kurmak için yapılan ilk harcama oldukça yüksektir, ancak teknolojik ilerlemeler ve hükümet teşvikleri nedeniyle azalmıştır. Güneş enerjisi üretimi güneş ışığına bağlıdır, bu nedenle enerji üretimi aralıklı olabilir ve bulutlu günlerde ve geceleyin çıktı gücü azalabilir. Güneş paneli verimliliği hava koşulları ve konumla değişir. Daha az güneş ışığına sahip bölgelerde güneş panelleri daha az etkili olabilir. Ancak pil gibi enerji depolama çözümleri bu sorunu çözebilir. Bu da ek maliyet anlamına gelir.

Özetle, güneş panelleri birçok çevresel ve finansal avantaj sunar, ancak başlangıç maliyetleri ve bazı kısıtlamalar gibi dezavantajları da vardır. Güneş enerjisi kullanma kararı, bireysel koşullarınıza, konumunuza ve uzun vadeli hedeflerinize dayanmalıdır. Teknolojideki ilerlemeler ve hükümet teşvikleri, birçok ev sahibi ve işletme için güneş enerjisini giderek daha çekici bir seçenek haline getirmeye devam etmektedir.

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Do Solar Panels Work Without Sunlight?

Solar panels require sunlight to generate electricity. Therefore, solar panels cannot produce electricity at night when there is no sunlight. However, excess energy can be stored in batteries for use during the night. While off-grid electricity needs can be met 24/7, the cost of batteries for energy storage is a concern for some.

Solar panels can still generate electricity on cloudy days. Solar panels continue to produce electricity throughout the day as long as there is sunlight reaching the Earth’s surface. However, the amount of sunlight will be reduced on cloudy days, resulting in decreased panel efficiency. While it may take longer for batteries to charge with limited sunlight, cloudy weather does not completely stop solar panels from generating electricity.

Even in snowy weather, solar panels can continue to generate electricity, although production is lower compared to sunny conditions. Accumulated snow on the panels can obstruct sunlight from reaching the solar cells, which is a significant factor reducing efficiency. While sunlight can still penetrate through the snow, the panel’s efficiency will decrease. If the solar panel is completely covered with snow, electricity production may stop. Therefore, it’s important to clean the panels after snowy weather to ensure they function properly. Uncleaned panels will continue to produce electricity at a reduced efficiency until the snow melts.

Solar panels also continue to generate electricity in winter. Solar panels absorb sunlight and convert it into electricity regardless of the air temperature. Warmer weather does not make solar panels produce more electricity, and colder weather does not necessarily reduce their electricity production. The rate at which solar panels generate electricity depends on the duration of sunlight. The belief that solar panels produce more electricity in summer due to higher temperatures and less in winter due to cold temperatures is a misconception. Instead, it is related to the difference in the duration of sunlight between summer and winter. Some people associate this with temperature differences, but it is primarily related to the duration of sunlight.

In summary, solar panels produce electricity whenever there is sunlight reaching them. Cloudy or overcast conditions may reduce panel efficiency, but they do not completely halt electricity production. However, solar panels cannot generate electricity at night when there is no sunlight. Solar panels equipped with storage systems allow for the use of stored electricity at night.

Güneş panellerindeki fotovoltaik hücreler, elektrik üretmek için güneş ışığına ihtiyaç duyar. Bu yüzden güneş panelleri, gece soğuracak güneş ışığı olmadığından dolayı elektrik üretemez. Ancak aküler sayesinde fazla enerjiyi depolayarak gece de kullanabilirsiniz. Günün her saati şebekeden bağımsız elektrik ihtiyacı giderilmiş olsa da akülerin maliyetlerinden dolayı enerjinin depolanması, bazı kesimler tarafından bir problem olarak görülmektedir.

Güneş panelleri bulutlu havalarda da elektrik üretmektedir. Bu da güneş ışınları yeryüzüne ulaştığı süre boyunca güneş panellerinin elektrik üretmeye devam ettiği anlamına gelir. Ancak bulutlu havalarda güneş ışığı yeryüzüne gelmeye devam etse de miktarı daha az olacağından panellerin verimliliği de azalacaktır. Güneşlenme süresinin kısa olmasından dolayı bataryaların dolması uzun sürse de bulutlu havalar güneş panellerinin elektrik üretmesini tamamıyla durdurmaz.

Güneş panelleri karlı havalarda dahi elektrik üretmeye devam eder ancak güneşli havalarla kıyaslandığında elektrik üretimi daha azdır. Panel üzerinde biriken karlar güneş ışığının panel hücresine geçişini zorlaştırması da verimi düşüren önemli bir faktördür. Güneş ışınları karda ilerlemeye devam etse de panelin verimliliği düşecektir. Güneş panelinin üstü tamamen karla kaplanırsa elektrik üretimi durabilir. Bundan dolayı güneş panellerinin doğru bir şekilde çalışabilmesi için karlı havalardan sonra panel temizliğinin yapılması önemlidir. Temizlenmeyen paneller kar eriyene kadar düşük verimlilikte elektrik üretmeye devam edecektir.

Güneş panelleri kışın da elektrik üretmeye devam etmektedir. Havanın sıcak olması güneş panellerinin daha fazla elektrik üretmesini sağlamaz. Aynı şekilde havanın soğuk olması da güneş panellerinin daha az elektrik üretmesine neden olmaz. Güneş panellerinin elektrik üretme oranı güneşlenme süresiyle alakalıdır. Bazı insanlar tarafından güneş panellerinin yazın sıcak olmasından dolayı daha fazla, kışın soğuk olmasından dolayı daha az elektrik ürettiği düşüncesi doğru değildir. Ancak insanların böyle bir düşünceye sahip olmasının temel nedeni paneller yazın güneşlenme süresinin daha fazla olmasından dolayı daha fazla elektrik üretirken, kışın güneşlenme süresi daha az olmasından dolayı daha az elektrik üretmektedir. Bu durum havanın sıcaklığıyla değil güneşlenme süresiyle ilgilidir. Bazı insanların bu durumu havanın sıcaklığıyla bağlantılı düşünmesinin temel sebebi yaz ve kış aylarındaki güneşlenme süresinin farklılık göstermesinden ileri gelmektedir.

Özetle, güneş panelleri güneş ışınlarının yeryüzüne ulaştığı her an elektrik üretir. Havanın kapalı veya bulutlu olması panel verimliliğini düşürse de elektrik üretimini tamamen durdurmaz. Ancak gece güneş ışığı olmadığından dolayı güneş panelleri elektrik üretemez. Depolama sistemine sahip güneş panelleri, depoladığı elektriğin gece kullanılmasını sağlar. Son olarak, hava sıcaklığının güneş panellerinin elektrik üretimine doğrudan bir katkısı olmaz. Güneş panellerinin elektrik üretimi, güneşlenme süresiyle doğrudan ilişkilidir. Bir güneş paneli gün içinde ne kadar güneş ışığına maruz kalırsa o kadar elektrik üretmektedir.