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3 Solar Panel Myths You Should Stop Believing Now

Fossil fuels — coal, petroleum , and natural gas — are our primary sources of energy, helping generate a vast majority of power and heat used by people around the globe. However, this use of non-renewable sources is also the main culprit behind climate change.

The demand for renewable energy forms is rising to reduce global warming and climate change. We are surrounded by various renewable energy sources, especially solar energy, which can be used throughout the year. Solar Panels play a significant role in the production of solar energy.


Solar panels for home are devices that absorb the sun's rays and convert them into electricity or heat. Though, some myths about solar panels are widely believed - things we have heard but not sure if they are correct.

Here we bust some of the popular myths associated with solar panels for home-

  1. Most Indians cannot Afford a Solar System

Many of us believe that switching to solar is a luxury and an option available only to wealthy people. This isn't true; falling prices of solar panels for home and an array of financing options available like loans and subsidies by the government have made solar a feasible option for property owners today. Find out what incentives you are eligible for – talk to a local expert.

Most people get a payback on their solar investment within 5-7 years. Once the investment is recovered, the power that is generated by your system for the next 18 to 20 years is free of cost. Government initiatives have made it possible for everyone to install solar panels for home.

  1. Solar Panels are Prone to Damage by Wind, Birds, Animals

India has a dense population of birds, which means that there will be high chances of bird droppings on the solar panels. Yes, bird droppings can impact the functioning of solar panels is by reducing their efficiency. So, to avoid this, set up a scarecrow to keep the birds away and install solar panels with sufficient maintenance space.

This will allow you to clean the panels with ease. It is recommended to clean your panels every 15 to 30 days to get the most out of your investment. Solar panels are made using toughened glass, which prevents easy breakage. The panels can withstand heavy winds and storms. Certain factors, like the quality of workmanship, mounting structure, pipes, and wiring, will determine your solar panel system's all-weather durability.

  1. Warmer Climates are Better for Solar Power Generation

Solar Panels work by harnessing the sun's light and not its heat. Higher temperatures are known to lower the efficiency of solar panels. And solar panels don't completely shut off during the cloudy or rainy season. The solar panels for home continue to function even at 50% efficiency. The excess energy produced during the summers is available in the form of energy credits that can be used when not much solar energy is produced. Hence, cities like Bangalore are ideal for such solar solutions than warmer cities like Chennai.

Debunk Solar Panel Myths for a Healthy Sustainable Future

There are a plenty of myths surrounding solar panels; as the industry grows and develops, it becomes essential to focus on solar power benefits. Solar energy is quickly developing into a viable means of generating energy for people on a mass scale, with reputable companies like Luminous, who are doing their best to safeguard the environment by offering the best solar solutions.

They offer both monocrystalline PERC and polycrystalline panels that come with resistance technology, severe weather resilience, excellent low light performance, and advanced EVA encapsulation. Solar panels are optically, mechanically, and electrically tested. So next time you hear anything about solar panels, research and find out if it really holds true before you believe it. Stop believing in these myths, go green, and buy the best solar panels today!

Sources-

https://solarify.in/blog/common-myths-solar-energy-india/

https://www.solarbyluminous.com/our-blog/1/Dispelling-Common-Myths-About-Solar-For-A-Common-Man

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