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Do solar panels work in Wellington?

Wellington receives approximately 2,000 sunshine hours per year, which is suitable for effective solar energy production. Modern solar panels are efficient enough to generate significant power even during overcast days, making solar viable across the region. Do I need council consent to install solar panels in Wellington?

How do solar panels work in Wellington & Kapiti?

These panels are designed to absorb sunlight and convert it into electricity. The solar panels Wiretec Electrical install in Wellington and Kapiti are specified high wattage solar panels specially designed to capture even the faintest rays of sunlight, making them highly efficient on Wellingtons cloudy days.

What are the benefits of solar power in Wellington?

One significant advantage of solar power in Wellington is when solar panels produce more electricity than needed, the excess energy can be fed back into the grid. This process allows consumers to earn credits, reducing their overall energy bills and contributing to the city's sustainable energy goals.

How does solar energy work in Wellington?

Wellingtons sunlight ensures that solar panels can consistently produce a substantial amount of clean energy. The electricity produced by solar panels is in the form of DC current, while most homes and businesses in Wellington use alternating current (AC). To make the solar energy usable, solar inverters are employed to convert DC into AC.