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What is a solar power plant?

A solar power plant is a facility that converts solar radiation, made up of light, heat, and ultraviolet radiation, into electricity suitable to be supplied to homes and industries.

Solar thermal power plant

A solar thermal plant is a facility designed for converting solar energy into electricity through a conventional thermodynamic cycle. However, unlike thermal power plants that work by using fossil fuels, solar thermal power plants use a completely eco-friendly energy source like sunlight. The technology used to produce electricity is slightly different depending on the type of solar thermal plant we're talking about, but its operating system is similar.

Solar photovoltaic power plant

The operation of a solar photovoltaic plant is based on photons and light energy from the sun’s rays. The types of solar panels used in these types of facilities are also different. While solar thermal plants use collectors, photovoltaic power plant use panels consisting of photovoltaic solar cells made of silicon (monocrystalline or polycrystalline solar panels) or other materials with photovoltaic properties (amorphous solar panels).

On-Grid Solar Power Plant

Solar cell power plant that is connected to the public electricity grid is referred to as on-grid systems. The energy generated by these plants is fed into the electricity grid, and any surplus electricity is sold to the local power distribution company (DISCOM). DISCOM then uses this excess energy to supply electricity during night hours when sunlight is unavailable..

Ground-Mounted Solar Power System

Ground-mounted solar cell power plants are centralised generators on the ground connected to the public power grid. These plants typically include solar panels, inverters, and other power grid equipment. Notably, such types of solar systems are set up to supply electricity to government bodies or companies. These solar panel plants can be a viable option to meet high energy demand as they are potent, with a large capacity.