In countries like Germany, balcony-mounted solar panels are all the rage. But from breaker-masking to voltage mismatches, America’s grid isn’t ready for it—yet.
This is why I have 2 kWp, on the roof. Suboptimal orientation, some afternoon shading so only 4.5 kWh/day longterm average.
Vertical is good for the winter. Vertical free standing bifacials are surprisingly good year over, because of better convection cooling and reflection, especially from snow or water.
This is why I have 2 kWp, on the roof. Suboptimal orientation, some afternoon shading so only 4.5 kWh/day longterm average.
Vertical is good for the winter. Vertical free standing bifacials are surprisingly good year over, because of better convection cooling and reflection, especially from snow or water.