Photovoltaic Technology & Installation

Photovoltaic Technology:

• Overview: Contains background information on the development of PV technology and several clarifications of terms used in the guide.
• Crystalline Silicon: Detailed information on traditional PV technology.
• Thin-films: Detailed information on established and emerging technologies.

Photovoltaic Installation:

• Overview: Provides introductory information on energy conservation and contains links to step-by-step sizing guide.
• Grid-Tied System: Direct link to sizing a grid-tied PV array. Does not contain background information that may be required in some calculations.
• Stand Alone Systems: Direct link to sizing a stand alone system. Does not contain background information that may be required in some calculations.

Related Spreadsheets:

• PV Spreadsheet- Australian Latitudes, Insolations, and Temperatures
• PV Spreadsheet- Appliance Watts

The information in this report may be used for educational purposes provided the source is cited.

© Haines, B. and Baggs, D. 2006.