A Grid-Connected Solar System, also known as a grid-tied or on-grid solar system, is a type of solar power system that is connected to the public electricity grid. This is the most common type of solar installation for homes, businesses, and even large-scale solar farms.
Cost Savings: Reduce electricity bills via net metering.
Low Maintenance: Fewer components (no batteries).
Environmentally Friendly: Clean, renewable energy.
Scalable: Easy to expand system size.
A Battery-Based Solar System, also known as an off-grid or hybrid solar system (depending on the configuration), is a solar power system that includes energy storage using batteries. This setup allows you to store solar energy for use at night or during power outages.
Power Backup: Batteries keep power on during grid failures.
Energy Independence: Off-grid systems don't rely on the utility.
Load Shifting: Use stored solar energy during peak utility rate hours (hybrid).
A Micro-Inverter Based Grid-Connected Solar System is a type of on-grid solar power system that uses micro-inverters instead of a single central/string inverter. This approach improves system efficiency, flexibility, and monitoring.
A micro-inverter is a small inverter installed behind each solar panel, converting DC to AC at the panel level.
Feature Micro-Inverter String Inverter DC to AC Conversion At each panel (panel-level) Centralized (one inverter for all) Performance Monitoring Individual panel Entire array or group Shading Impact Affects only that panel Can reduce output of entire string Installation Flexibility Very high (different orientations) Limited (same tilt/orientation best).
Maximum Energy Yield: Each panel works independently, minimizing losses from shading, dirt, or mismatch.
Flexible Design: Panels can be on different roof angles or orientations.
Scalable: Easy to expand the system later by adding more panels + micro-inverters.
Safer: No high-voltage DC wiring—safer for fire risk and installers.
Better Monitoring: Panel-level performance monitoring via apps.
A Solar Tree is a vertical structure that supports multiple solar panels, resembling the shape of a real tree. It's a creative and space-efficient way to generate solar power, especially in areas with limited horizontal space.
A solar tree is an innovative solar energy installation where solar panels are mounted on branches, mimicking the shape of a tree. Unlike traditional flat solar arrays, solar trees rise vertically and require less ground space.
Space-Saving: Requires only a small base area compared to horizontal systems.
Aesthetic Appeal: Visually attractive and can become a landmark.
Public Awareness: Promotes clean energy in urban or public settings.
Dual Use of Land: Can be installed in parks, roadsides, or agricultural areas.
Technology Integration: Often includes smart features like IoT, EV charging, weather sensors.