How
Solar Power Works
1. Solar
Modules
Mounted on
your roof or the grounds of your property, the solar
modules convert sunlight into DC power.
2.
Inverter
The
DC power created by your solar modules is then sent
to an inverter (power converter). The inverter converts
the DC power to AC power, the same power that is being
sent to you from PG&E.
3.
Electrical Panel
The converted power then travels to your electrical
panel (breaker box), where it is distributed to any
electrical loads that are being used in your home.
4. Utility
Meter
When extra energy is being produced by your PV solar
system it will flow back on to the PG&E grid through
your utility meter. Excess energy will cause your meter
to run backwards giving you credit with PG&E.
5. Utility
Grid
Your utility gird automatically provides you with the
energy you need during times that you exceed your PV
solar production, during the day when you use more energy
than produced or at night.
