How solar works to power your home
Sunlight Hits the Panels
Solar panels are placed on your roof to capture sunlight.
Panels Convert Sunlight into Electricity
The panels use special materials to convert sunlight into direct current (DC) electricity.
Inverter Converts DC to AC
An inverter changes the DC electricity from the panels into alternating current (AC) electricity. This is the type of electricity your home appliances use.
Electricity powers your home
AC electricity from the inverter is sent to your home's electrical panel and powers your lights, appliances, and other devices.
Excess Electricity Goes Back to the Grid
The AC electricity from the inverter is sent to your home's electrical panel and powers your lights, appliances, and other devices.If your solar panels produce more electricity than you need, it can be sent back to the electrical grid. This is called net metering.You may receive credits on your electricity bill for the excess electricity you send back to the grid.