RESEARCHING OF THE INFLUENCE OF THE EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT ON THE ENERGY EFFICIENCY OF SOLAR PANELS
Keywords:
panel efficiency, environmental impact, air pollution, solar energy systems, global warming.Abstract
When it comes to environmental impact, gathering silicon and glass are both non-issues, as they're abundant and non-toxic. However, the process of mining for those metals creates greenhouse gas emissions and can lead to soil, water and air pollution. Solar energy, a plentiful and renewable source of power, is harnessed through the use of photovoltaic cells or solar panels. However, the energy efficiency of these panels is largely influenced by several external environmental factors. Understanding these factors and their respective impacts can be essential for optimizing the design, installation, and utilization of solar energy systems. The effect of environmental factors on photovoltaic panel performance was examined, and it was concluded that temperature reduces panel efficiency; wind speed, radiation, and air pressure have a positive effect on panel efficiency; and humidity causes corrosion.
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