Should you retrofit a solar energy system?

Let’s say you’ve owned a solar energy system for several years, and over time, your energy needs have expanded. Whether you need more power to charge a new electric vehicle or because of increased home consumption (maybe you invested in a new heat pump), there are many reasons why people may want to retrofit an existing solar energy system.

How do I complete a solar street light retrofit?

But maybe you are looking to be a green company, or want to reduce costs, or maybe even both. There are a couple ways you can complete a solar street light retrofit and complete both goals. The first type of solar street light retrofit system you can install would be a grid intertied system.

Can solar street lights be retrofitted?

The first type of solar street light retrofit system you can install would be a grid intertied system. Installing a solar panel on the existing poles to feed the grid during the day and then utilizing the grid power at night will help offset some costs and provide a green alternative.

Should you install a solar panel at night?

Installing a solar panel on the existing poles to feed the grid during the day and then utilizing the grid power at night will help offset some costs and provide a green alternative. Depending on how much power you want to generate during the day determines the size of the solar panel to install.

What is a retrofit & how does it work?

Retrofitting is the industry term for upgrading or expanding an existing system, and it can mean adding new panels and Power Optimizers or even a new inverter to reach higher levels of energy generation.