Photovoltaic (PV) cells convert sunlight directly into electricity. PV cells are made of semiconductor materials, such as silicon, that absorb light energy and release it as electrical energy. PV panels are made up of multiple PV cells, and PV systems can be used to generate electricity for homes, businesses, and other buildings.
2. Wind turbines
Wind turbines convert the kinetic energy of the wind into electrical energy. Wind turbines have blades that rotate in the wind, which turns a rotor that is connected to a generator. The generator converts the rotational energy of the rotor into electrical energy. Wind turbines can be used to generate electricity for homes, businesses, and other buildings, as well as for large-scale power generation.
3. Hydropower
Hydropower systems convert the energy of moving water into electrical energy. Hydropower systems use dams to create a reservoir of water, which is then released through a turbine that turns a generator. The generator converts the rotational energy of the turbine into electrical energy. Hydropower systems can be used to generate electricity for homes, businesses, and other buildings, as well as for large-scale power generation.
