Power Plant - Ground-mounted
A solar power plant is a facility designed to convert solar energy into electrical energy. Unlike traditional thermal power plants that operate using fossil fuels, solar power plants utilize a completely environmentally friendly energy source — sunlight. The electricity generated by solar panels is in the form of direct current (DC). However, most electrical grids and devices operate on alternating current (AC). Inverters convert DC power into AC, making it compatible with the grid. After conversion, the electricity is transmitted through substations and transformers, from which it either flows directly into the grid or is used to supply power to on-site facilities. To optimize performance, a photovoltaic plant also includes a meteorological station, which analyses environmental conditions to determine the intensity and short-term evolution of solar radiation, as well as the exact time of sunset.
Self-consumption
Self-consumption of locally generated renewable energy, such as solar energy, is an economic model in which a building uses the electricity produced by its own local sources to meet its energy needs — thus acting both as a producer and a consumer. This type of consumption not only leads to a reduction in electricity bills but also contributes to mitigating climate change, since it relies on renewable energy. As net metering policies begin to evolve in the coming years, a self-consumption configuration can be the key to maximizing your savings from solar power.