Photovoltaic panels in winter, or how to protect a photovoltaic installation in winter. Winter is a time for PV owners that is completely different from other seasons. Winter conditions can adversely affect the efficiency of solar panels, which can result in reduced energy production.
Winter Pollution and Threats to Photovoltaic Panels
With the onset of winter, natural contaminants such as dust, snow, ice and mineral deposits can coat the surface of photovoltaic panels. This phenomenon can significantly reduce the efficiency of the installation, reducing the transmittance of sunlight. Dust and mineral deposits block the sun’s rays, and a layer of snow or ice acts as a barrier to energy absorption. Therefore, it is important to check the condition of the modules before the onset of winter. And if necessary wash the panels.
Risks Associated with Winter Conditions
Winter conditions also bring specific risks to photovoltaic installations. Extreme temperatures can lead to cracks in the structure of the panels, and the presence of ice can be particularly dangerous. It is a good idea to monitor your panels during the winter and respond to any problems to avoid long-term damage.
The photovoltaic modules and also the structure on which we mount them are designed to handle the load. However, there may be situations in which the modules are damaged as a result of the accumulation of large amounts of snow or ice. That is why it is so important to control the condition of the installation during heavy snowfall and prolonged snow cover on the surface of the panels.
Photovoltaic panels in winter – SUMMARY.
Successive, consecutive seasons are characterized by different conditions. However, each of them brings with it different types of phenomena that we have to reckon with when we want our “photovoltaics” to work reliably. During the winter season we can also achieve good results in the production of PV installations but we must remember to check from time to time what is happening with our power plant.
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