The PV panels, made of semiconductor materials (usually silicon), absorb sunlight. This light energy is composed of photons.
Generation of Electrical Current: When sunlight hits the solar cells, it excites electrons within the semiconductor material. This excitement creates an electric field, causing the electrons to move, generating direct current (DC) electricity.
Conversion to Usable Power: Since most businesses use alternating current (AC) electricity, an inverter converts the DC electricity generated by the solar panels into AC power that can be used by your business for operations.
Power Usage and Grid Interaction: The electricity produced by the solar panels can be used immediately to power your business. If your system generates excess energy, it can either be stored in batteries or sent back to the grid (depending on your local net metering policies).