South Australia
has around 22% of the nation’s grid connected solar PV capacity, making it a
solar leader of sorts. Adelaide has experienced a stellar growth in the
installation of Solar PV systems, sparking a surge of solar companies in
Adelaide. Economic payback has been the driving factor for the increase in
solar PV installations.
Three main factors
influence this:
- Electricity prices.
- Government Incentives.
- Cost of the Solar PV system.
With electricity
bills reaching an all time high the demand for solar PV is fast becoming a
necessity. The government is aiming to reduce its contribution towards
promoting Solar with most incentives being withdrawn. Which leaves only the
cost of solar PV systems as the distinguishing factor between the various solar companies in Adelaide .
The major factor
that contributes to the price of the solar PV systems is the cost of Solar
panels, primarily the type of solar panels and the number of solar panels required.
Breakthroughs in technology and improvements in manufacturing have created a
vibrant, cost-competitive market. There is even a generalisation by industry
experts that, “Every time we double global solar panel production the cost per
watt drops by about 20%.”
A solar panel
consists of photovoltaic cells. When sunlight falls on the solar panels,
electricity is generated through the photovoltaic effect. Assemblies of
photovoltaic cells are used to make solar modules or solar panels, which are
then interconnected to create an array.
The cost of a
solar cell is primarily on account of the materials used to produce it. By far,
the most prevalent bulk material for solar cells is crystalline silicon, which
is expensive. Currently, intensive research is being conducted in the field of
photovoltaics to reduce the cost of production and developing new technologies.
The mission of FGE
Solar is simple; make solar PV systems affordable to everyone. While many solar
companies in Adelaide are competing for the lowest cost title, FGE Solar stands
apart. Our industry collaboration with solar manufactures, no middlemen,
ensures efficient systems (backed by 25 year warranty) that are the cheapest in
the market. Our manufacturers are focused on continued efforts to improve
operational and production costs.
Apart from
economies of scale, strong customer focus and transparent dealings are other
distinguishing features of FGE Solar. A
truly South Australian owned and operated solar company; we are committed to
making a difference and helping you make a profit.
