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Printer friendly versionSolar energy - Electricity generation

Solar energy is a clean and efficient way of harnessing the inexhaustible radiant energy of the sun to generate electricity and heat hot water. Solar energy systems can either be connected to the national electricity network (known as the Grid) or stand alone systems for individual houses.

For more facts on photovoltaic energy visit: www.seanz.org.nz/intrototechnologies/pv

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