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4S: SOLAR, SUSTAINABILITY, SAVINGS, SAVING THE PLANET

You can never go wrong with solar

Solar is a great investment, and a wise environmental upgrade for individuals who are determined to look for other means to reduce their energy costs, reduce their carbon footprint, and increase their property value. Whether your reasons for going solar are personal, financial, or environmental, solar power is sure to offer you something that will make the investment completely worth it.

Keeping it short and simple

Solar energy works by capturing the sun’s energy and converting it into electricity that can be used in homes and businesses. This begins when the sunlight hits the solar panels. The panels then convert this energy to a current which flows to an inverter that converts the DC to AC – the energy that you can use to power your home. It is that simple and straightforward. This energy development is now the number one trend in tropical countries, making it efficient, easily available, and affordable to end consumers.

Sustainability

With the constantly increasing demand for energy, the need for clean, safe, and sustainable energy that meets the needs of the present population without compromising the future generation is becoming the ultimate concern of this generation. This is where solar energy comes in, because it is a free, unlimited, safe, clean, and sustainable source of energy, and will be available readily for the next 5 billion years. Unlike other energy sources, solar energy is unbounded compared to fossil fuels which are limited and running low. It is definitely a no-brainer that the sun is one of the most feasible and important sources of renewable energy – guaranteed to generate long-term assurance of energy. As long as the sun continues to exist, we will be able to produce and enjoy green energy.

Achieving ROI

Investing in producing your own power means that you will be less dependent on the utility company, and therefore less dependent on the grid. You will be able to accumulate savings on your energy bill every day as long as the sun shines. Additionally, when your system generates more power than what you consume, the excess or surplus power is exported or sold to the utility company. This can offset your night time and weekend energy usage which is how you’ll be able to achieve your ROI and make your system more beneficial.

Saving the planet

Solar requires very little maintenance, eliminates the carbon dioxide emissions to the atmosphere, reduces your carbon footprint, and reduces your dependency on non-renewable energy sources, thus providing fully clean energy for years to come. When you go solar, you become a renewable energy advocate, you reduce your carbon footprint, and you help save and protect the planet.

Turning on the sun

At Solaric, we appeal to Filipino sensibilities of approachability, service and value. Before we give a quotation, we learn how you use energy. We determine the best ways to maximize your return on a hard-earned investment. We present different strategies to ensure that you achieve your solar goals. We want to ensure reduced expenses and increased savings so that you make that one-time wise business and environmental investment. We always do our best to deliver fast, efficient, and thorough customer service. We are in the business of not just selling solar panels – but also enabling solar-powered lifestyles. With this, we want to provide endless satisfaction by delivering Solaric Service Satisfaction, ranging from permanent reduction of electric bills to the ultimate ZERO bill.

Solaric is the leader in rooftop solar

Solaric has established its name across the renewable industry as a proven and reputable rooftop solar leader. Backed by decades of experience, Solaric has installed more than 50% of residential rooftop solar in the Philippines and has delivered significant cost reductions in electricity expenses, as well as milestone contributions to a cleaner, greener, and renewable future. We want every Filipino to enjoy the benefits of clean and renewable power. Welcome to the new generation of solar and turning on the sun.

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Contact the solar experts

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If you also want to #TurnOnTheSun then give us a call at 5040092 or 09178603141 or 09083775577, email info@solaric.com.ph or visit www.solaric.com.ph

We will gladly explain to you how the system works, or schedule a survey so we can give you options for your new home or existing homes or businesses.

At Solaric, we Turn on the Sun.

WHAT HAPPENS TO SOLAR PANELS WHEN IT RAINS?

Is going solar a smart move?

In the tropical country of the Philippines, it is easy to see and understand why going solar is a smart move and a wise investment. The question that always surfaces is straightforward and simple: what about the rainy days? How does rain affect the solar panels in the Philippines? What about clouds? Does solar work on cloudy days?

All about the energy output

Solar energy output is indeed affected by various factors, and this includes variations in weather and climate. On a clear, bright, sunny day in the Philippines, the system’s power graph forms a bell curve. Highest energy production typically happens around noon, when the sun is brightest. These are the times when the solar panels operate most efficiently.

Now, what about the cloudy days and the rainy days?

On the other hand, during cloudy days, solar panels in the Philippines still do work – since the rays of the sun still find their way to shine through the clouds and the rain. However, since sunlight is limited, then it follows that energy production is limited as well. The actual amount of electricity generated during such days is dependent on the density of cloud coverage. Thus, the solar panel system’s production is not as consistent and considerably reduced during cloudy days and rainy days.

Can battery storage help me during the rainy days?

Batteries can be the option where you can store energy and use power during less productive periods or power outages, and that includes even night time. That way, you can you more of the power you generate from your solar panel system. Batteries, however, are expensive and deteriorate quickly when they are “cycled” often – which means when you power them up then drained them. The life cycle of batteries is 5 to 10 years. It is best to consult solar experts to determine the best options for you, and if battery storage is ideal for your setup.

Turning on the sun

At Solaric, we appeal to Filipino sensibilities of approachability, service, and value. Before we give a quotation, we learn how you use energy. We determine the best ways to maximize your return on a hard-earned investment. We present different strategies to ensure that you achieve your solar goals. We want to ensure reduced expenses and increased savings so that you make that one-time wise business and environmental investment. We always do our best to deliver fast, efficient, and thorough customer service. We are in the business of not just selling solar panels – but also enabling solar-powered lifestyles. With this, we want to provide endless satisfaction by delivering Solaric Service Satisfaction, ranging from permanent reduction of electric bills to the ultimate ZERO bill.

Solaric is the leader in rooftop solar

Do you know anyone who is interested in installing rooftop solar? Help them out by sharing this article with them! Click SHARE.

Contact the solar experts
For more information on solar power systems and solar system installers and experts, click here.

If you also want to #TurnOnTheSun then give us a call at 5040092 or 09178603141 or 09083775577, email info@solaric.com.ph or visit www.solaric.com.ph

We will gladly explain to you how the system works, or schedule a survey so we can give you options for your new home or existing homes or businesses.

At Solaric, we Turn on the Sun.

ON-GRID VS OFF-GRID

On-Grid Solar

On-Grid solar panel systems, otherwise known as Grid Tie, are the most common and most widely used by homes and businesses globally. On-Grid solar panels in the Philippines blend or interconnect solar power with grid power using solar inverters. These systems do not need batteries. When you produce more power than you consume, the excess or surplus power generated can be exported to the grid using the Net Metering program of the utility company. The exported power is paid via credits, which can be used later on. Electricity sent to the grid from your solar system can then be used by other consumers on the grid (such as your neighbors). When you use more electricity than your solar is producing, then you will start importing from the grid – in other words, you will be consuming electricity from the utility company.

Benefits of On-Grid or Grid-Tie Solar

The top three benefits of On-Grid: most efficient system, fastest ROI, and most cost effective to install. These are the simplest systems and come highly recommended because the systems pay for themselves by offsetting utility bills. ROI is typically between 3 to 5 years for the typical average sized 5kWp solar panel in the Philippines of a Filipino homeowner.

Disadvantages of On-Grid Solar

On-Grid systems can only generate power when the grid power is available. During power outages, there will be no power from the solar system, because on-grid solar systems are not able to function or generate electricity during a blackout due to safety reasons.

If you want to lower your electric bills and reduce it from 30% to 70%, or even eliminate it and make it a #ZeroBill, then the On-Grid system is the best solution. You save money and you reduce your carbon footprint, thus saving the environment at the same time.

Off-Grid Solar

Off-Grid systems are not connected to the electricity grid and therefore requires storage of power in batteries. Off-Grid systems allow you to store your solar power in batteries for use later on. Power is first sent to the batteries, and then to the appliances. In an off-grid setup, you are not on the grid, meaning even if the grid has a power outage, you are not affected. An off-grid system should be designed appropriately so that it generates sufficient power and have enough battery capacity to meet the requirements of the facility – whether it be a home or a business. Designing an off-grid system with the right solar array size is complex. Professionals and engineers need to conduct a detailed analysis and comprehensive study of your load requirements and your minimal critical needs.

Benefits of Off-Grid Solar

The number one advantage and number one benefit of off-grid solar is the fact that it provides power for your loads even when there is no grid power or even in the midst of a city-wide power outage.

Disadvantages of Off-Grid Solar

The high cost of batteries dictates that off-grid solar systems are much more expensive than on-grid systems. They cost about four to five times more than on-grid systems. Ideal setups that require off-grid solar are remote, power-starved areas or locations, the ones that do not have grid power. Off-Grid systems are costly to install as they require a string inverter, batteries, and charge controller. Then there’s the issue of ongoing maintenance and periodic replacement of the batteries.

Conclusion

Off-grid systems are not recommended for the average Filipino home or business. They are not cost effective and they do not achieve ROI within five years, due to the higher costs involved. The usual recommendation is to install an On-Grid solar system and invest in a backup generator, in the event of power outages. That is the most cost-effective and most efficient solution available today.

DOES SOLAR WORK WHEN IT’S RAINING?

What happens exactly to the solar panels?

Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels use both direct or indirect sunlight to generate power – however, PV panels are most effective in direct sunlight. What about when it is cloudy, or when the light is blocked by clouds? Your Solar panels in the Philippines will still work, but will not harvest as much power as they would when the sun is shining bright.

Myth buster: Solar does work when it’s raining

When it’s raining, solar power systems still work – they still generate power. Solar panels operate at maximum efficiency in the midst of the full, bright sun, but your solar panels in the Philippines don’t stop when it’s cloudy or raining. Why? It is because visible light still gets through the rain and clouds. Rain also does something good for solar panels. The rain actually helps clean the solar panels, which in turn causes the panels to operate more efficiently because dust and dirt are washed away. Just think of it this way. When it’s raining, the solar panels do not produce as much electricity as they’d normally do a sunny day, but they get cleaned, so it’s like sending the car to the car wash.

Is that a fact?

Yes, people still struggle with believing the fact that solar still works during cloudy and rainy days. Let’s look at it from another perspective. If solar only worked in sunny places, then how does Germany produce 20% to 30% of all its energy from solar? Here’s the answer in a nutshell: clouds do not stop the solar ultraviolet rays from shining through, which hits the PV panels and get converted to electricity. Solar companies should be transparent with their clients, however, when providing ROI analysis. In simple calculations in the Philippines, we calculate using 4.5 hours of solar harvest, to take into account the hours that the sun is shining bright. That way, clients have realistic expectations of savings from their solar systems.

Turn on the sun

Solaric has established its name across the renewable industry as a proven and reputable rooftop solar leader. Solaric has installed more than 50% of residential rooftop solar, and remains the number one choice for corporate and industrial solar projects in the Philippines. Call Solaric at 0917.860.3141 or 0908.377.5577 or 5040092, or send an email to info@solaric.com.ph or visit www.solaric.com.ph for more details.

WHAT IS THE BEST TYPE OF ROOF FOR SOLAR PANELS?

Update on PV installations

With the increasing number of sales for solar panels in the Philippines, solar power is now becoming the most popular renewable energy source on a global scale. It is not just about reducing costs and saving money. Protecting the environment has become a top priority for the planet. Based on a study by IHS Markit, global PV installations are expected to reach a total of 34GW completed, in Q4 of this year alone. The market is expected to soar to double-digit growth. In 2019, there will be 11 million new connections to the internet of energy from solar systems existing in 2019. Yes, all regions of the globe are expecting growth in its solar PV installations for the year. In the United States in 2018, there were 2 million solar installations, and this is set to double in the next four years. In the Philippines, however, as of mid-year 2019, the numbers show that there are only a little over 2,100 net metered solar installations.

Why solar?

The number one reason that the general population is now installing solar panels is because it has become affordable and cost-effective. The cost of solar panels has decreased to more than 70% in the past decade. If you are environmentally aware and understand the benefits of clean, safe, sustainable and renewable energy, then now is the best time to consider installing solar panels on the roof of your home and business. The solar panel system will make your home or business energy efficient, reduce your carbon footprint, and increase the property value of your home or business. If you are thinking about installing rooftop solar, then you may have questions about whether solar panels can be installed on your roof type.

What kind of roof is good for solar?

Let us examine some important factors that determine whether you can install solar panels on your roof.

Age and condition of your roof

It is critical to determine the condition of your current roof. It should be in good condition if you are going to install solar panels. Condition is different from the age of the roof. If your roof is more than five years old, then have a professional determine its current shape and condition, and see if it is ready for a solar panel system installation. If the roof is already near the end of its expected lifespan, then it may be wiser to replace it before installing solar panels. This ensures that the roof can support the solar panels. Solar panels typically have a warranty to 10 to 25 years and a life span of 25 years.

Material of Roofing

The roof type that is most compatible with solar panels is a flat roof or GI sheet roof. The material allows for easier installation. There are some roofing materials that are not ideal for solar panel system installations, such as wood and slate roofs because they are brittle.

Tilt of Roof

The tilt of the roof will determine the effect of energy production by your solar panel system. If the roof is too steep, such as over 40 degrees, then energy production and solar harvest is less. If the roof is flat, you can install solar panels and just have to use brackets to angle the panels.

Shape and Size of Roof

It is also important to consider the size and shape of your roof when thinking about installing a solar panel in the Philippines. A typical 5kWp solar panel installation will occupy about 30 square meters of surface area on the roof.

Shading and Sun Exposure

The amount of shading around your roof and the exposure of your roof to the sun can also affect the effectiveness of a solar panel system installation. There are instances when shade cannot be changed or removed, such as when your house is surrounded by buildings which block the sunlight on your roof. If your roof receives little or minimal sunlight, then rooftop solar or a solar panel system installation may not be the best option for you.

What’s the next step in installing solar panels?

With the right solar partner such as Solaric, the focus will be on the homeowner: to provide clean sustainable energy systems that are economically sensible and environmentally sound. Solaric selects and builds solar systems that are affordable, energy efficient, reliable, cost-effective, and provides the best value to clients. Our solar experts and installers are experienced working on any roof type and will make sure your system is installed to operate at maximum efficiency.

Turn on the sun

Solaric has established its name across the renewable industry as a proven and reputable rooftop solar leader. Solaric has installed more than 50% of residential rooftop solar and remains the number one choice for corporate and industrial solar projects in the Philippines. Call Solaric at 0917.860.3141 or 0908.377.5577 or 5040092, or send an email to info@solaric.com.ph or visit www.solaric.com.ph for more details.

MONO OR POLY SOLAR PANELS?

How to choose the right type of solar panels for your home or business?

Monocrystalline or Polycrystalline

What is the difference between Monocrystalline solar panels and Polycrystalline solar panels? To break it down simply, it is really all about the cells. In the overall solar system setup, both monocrystalline and polycrystalline solar panels available in the Philippines are made of silicon and perform the same function: the solar panels harvest the sun’s energy and convert it into electricity. Both kinds of panels are made from silicon.

Tell me about the key differences

Before making your final solar system decision on which panels your should choose, you should consider the key differences between monocrystalline solar panels and polycrystalline solar panels – and it is not just as simple as choosing the cheaper solar panels.

Silicon solar cell: Monocrystalline solar panels contain solar cells made from a single crystal of silicon, while polycrystalline solar panels contain solar cells made from many silicon fragments melted together.

Monocrystalline solar panels: These are referred to as premium solar, because they look better and provide better aesthetics to a house, and they have higher efficiency. In monocrystalline panels, the silicon is formed into bars and cut into wafers. The cell consists of a single crystal, thus, the electrons that generate a flow of electricity generally have more room to move. This is what causes the monocrystalline panels to be more efficient. Yes, monocrystalline panels are more efficient than their polycrystalline counterparts.

Polycrystalline solar panels: These solar panels are multi-crystalline or many-crystal silicon. typically have lower efficiencies than monocrystalline solar panels. The advantage of poly panels is their price, as they are cheaper than monocrystalline, thus making them more affordable.

Color: Polycrystalline panels have a blue hue. Monocrystalline panels have a black hue.

High-Density: Polycrystalline panels have a high power density.

Which solar panel is the right one for you?

In selecting the right solar panels for your home or business, you must consider the following factors:

Price
Panel Efficiency
Size of Solar Panel System
Solar Harvest
Sun Exposure
Roof Space
PV Layout
Number of Panels
Roof Aesthetics
Warranty

After weighing out the advantages and disadvantages, and prioritizing them in accordance to what is important for you, your home, or your business, then you can make the right decision on whether to go mono or poly.

Choosing the right solar partner

With the right solar partner such as Solaric, the focus will be on the homeowner: to provide clean sustainable energy systems that are economically sensible and environmentally sound. Solaric selects and builds solar systems and solar panels in the Philippines that are affordable, energy efficient, reliable, cost-effective, and provides the best value to clients.

Turn on the sun

Solaric has established its name across the renewable industry as a proven and reputable rooftop solar leader. Solaric has installed more than 50% of residential rooftop solar and remains the number one choice for corporate and industrial solar projects in the Philippines. Call Solaric at 0917.860.3141 or 5040092, or send an email to info@solaric.com.ph or visit www.solaric.com.ph for more details.

SOLARIC PRESIDENT VISITS AN EIGHTH GRADER AT INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL MANILA

They share their a vision about a solarized future

On May 15, 2019, an eighth-grader from International School Manila (ISM) wrote a letter to the Solaric Founder and President, Mike De Guzman. In his letter, Marcel Miro said, “I am writing to you to applaud your efforts in helping those in need of electricity and making a cheap useful alternative. I have been very amazed by your effect on the Philippines alone. I have seen the videos of the people you have helped and I believe that your work could improve the lives of millions in need.”

Marcel sees the advantages of Solar Energy in the Philippines and indicated his participation in a project called Advocating for Change, in which he was involved in researching about a world issue he was passionate about. His chosen topic was solar energy.

“I was inspired that you have stepped up to help your fellow citizens in a country where the government isn’t yet prepared to do so. I would like to praise you, and show my appreciation for your efforts and success in helping people,” said Marcel in his letter.

Marcel went on to share some of the critical data he had gathered in the course of his research, including the fact that there are 130 Million people in Southeast Asia alone without access to electricity. He also cited the challenges in creating widely available sustainable electrification.

In closing, Marcel invited De Guzman to the annual Advocating For Change (AFC) Day at ISM on May 31, 2019, to listen to Marcel present his final learnings, hopes, and dreams for a solar future.

Upon receiving the letter, De Guzman answered all the questions asked by Marcel in his letter.

“As you may know it’s the creation of greenhouse gases that are accelerating these changes. Most of mankind’s socio and political wars involve energy rights and resources,” emphasized De Guzman.

De Guzman took it a step further and canceled his morning meetings at the office just to actually head out to ISM on AFC Day. Marcel and De Guzman had a substantial chat about solar and life.

“You see something that other people don’t,” said De Guzman.

The witty and passionate 13-year-old replied, “My mom and dad have instilled that in me. When I went to India, my dad took me to see even the dire parts of the country. Some of them didn’t have proper electricity, some dirty water, some insects. I saw parts and parcel of the hard life.”

“My vision of a renewable world? I think solar can be used for a lot of things, not just houses. Solar power plants, cars, air filters, everything – solar is easier for moving objects. It can all be used in conjunction for anything,” added Marcel.

Marcel dreams of studying technology in the future so that he can transform his visions into realities.

Click here to read the inspiring letter of Marcel Mirco.