How it works

1. Solar Panels

Solar Panels mounted on the roof of your house convert sunlight into DC power.

2. Inverter

The power from the solar panels is sent to a device called an inverter, which converts the DC power to AC power. Your household electrical devices operate on AC power.

3. Switchboard

Power travels from the inverter to your electrical switchboard. As in every home whether using power from the electric company or from your solar power system, the power from your switchboard will be distributed throughout your home through your existing electrical wiring to all the electrical outlets.

4. Electricity Meter

When your solar system produces more power than you use, the power will flow into the electricity grid through your electricity meter. Your electricity distributor (Energex or Ergon) may need to install a new meter which can both import power from the grid and export your surplus power back to the grid.

5. Electricity Grid

The electricity grid refers to the electricity network that provides electricity from the electricity distributor in your area to your home. The electricity grid will automatically provide your home with power when you are using more power than your solar system is producing.