Solar Power

Definition

Solar power refers to harnessing sunlight and converting it into usable electrical or thermal energy using solar panels or solar collectors.

Related terms

Photovoltaic Cells (PV): Devices that directly convert sunlight into electricity by utilizing the photovoltaic effect.

Solar Thermal Energy: The use of solar energy to generate heat, which can be used for various purposes like heating water or powering turbines.

Solar Farm: Large-scale installations of solar panels that collectively generate a significant amount of electricity.