Question

Explain the difference in generating electricity with a solar thermal power plant versus a solar farm using solar panels with photovoltaic cells.

Answer 1

Answer:

The principle behind both types of solar panel – solar photostatic (PV) and solar thermal – is the same. They absorb raw energy from the sun and use it to create usable energy. In solar PV systems this is through the creation of electricity, whereas thermal systems are used directly for heating water or air.

Answer 2

The principle behind both types of solar panel – solar photovoltaic (PV) and solar thermal – is the same. They absorb raw energy from the sun and use it to create usable energy. In solar PV systems this is through the creation of electricity, whereas thermal systems are used directly for heating water or air