Solar is the most simple and widely available renewable energy there is. Photons from the sun hit your solar panel (a grouping of solar cells) and interact with the silicates in the solar cells to release electrons in a direct current. Your inverter converts the direct current energy to an alternating current energy to power your home! In some areas, excess electricity produced by your system during high sun hours may be exported into the grid to be drawn back at night or other high demand times. To make your system even more efficient, you can store your own energy onsite through the use of a battery. Your personal solar specialist can provide you with more details that are specific to your neighborhood.