by Lightforce | May 10, 2023 | basics, cost, solar, sustainable living
The short answer is yes, solar will save you money and for many years to come. You start saving money as soon as the system is turned on as your power bills are reduced or in some cases, eliminated. You will even earn credit if your surplus power is exported to the...
by Lightforce | May 9, 2023 | basics, buying solar, solar, sustainable living
The process of installing solar varies by business to business, but using Lightforce Solar as a guideline, you could expect something similar to the following; Once you’ve had your new system designed and your installation is booked in, the actual installation itself...
by Lightforce | May 5, 2023 | basics, buying solar, solar
The job of solar panels is to convert sunlight into clean green DC electricity but because they sit outside on your roof and are subject to the elements, your solar system needs to be able to withstand all sorts of outdoor conditions. How long do solar panels last on...
by Lightforce | May 5, 2023 | basics, how to's, solar
A solar system is made up of Photovoltaic (PV) solar panels which sit on your roof and use both direct and indirect sunlight to generate electrical power. They’re still productive even when there is cloud coverage or a bit of rain. Much like the way humans can still...
by Lightforce | May 5, 2023 | buying solar, how to's, solar
As we move towards greener solutions for everyday living electric vehicles (EV) have become more popular. Since Aotearoa introduced an EV subsidy in mid-2021 we have seen an increase in EVs on the road which will continue to grow. With that in mind, using renewable...
by Lightforce | May 2, 2023 | basics, buying solar, cost, solar
Solar is now the most cost-effective form of renewable energy. That’s because the cost of solar has decreased dramatically over the last 20 years through innovations in technology and there is a much bigger global supply chain for solar as it has become more popular...
by Lightforce | May 1, 2023 | basics, inverter, solar
A solar inverter is a key component of your solar system and is what turns the Direct Current (DC) electricity created by your solar panels into Alternating Current (AC) electricity which is what powers your home. Solar panels are made up of silicon photovoltaic (PV)...
by Lightforce | Apr 28, 2023 | basics, buying solar, solar
Most of our homes here in Aotearoa have a one-way connection to the national grid which is how we get our power. That power is generated by power stations, hydro dams, gas, geothermal, windfarms etc. and supplied via electricity retailers which we pay for monthly as...
