GE Looks to Cut Cost and Weight of Rooftop Solar Systems
GE recently received federal funding (from US-DOE) to find more cost effective ways to bring solar to homes.
One part of solar PV (photovoltaic) system that they are looking to improve is the inverters that convert DC to AC. Current inverters have drawbacks including “… higher cost, less than ideal efficiency. Research will focus on integrated inverters that are lower in cost and more efficient to help get the cost closer to retail electric prices.
Another opportunity is to reduce the weight of systems. Systems today are 2 – 3 l
bs / sq-ft with external (to the panels) wiring. GE is looking to develop systems in then range of 1 lb / sq-ft. with connected wiring. These could unfold at the installation site and be ready to install – without the need for heavy racking systems.
Via: GE Global Research LINK
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