What are the most important differences between an optimized and non-optimized solar PV system?

Sstudents expand their understanding of solar-generated electricity by exploring the design principles behind solar-optimized rooftop solar PV systems. To begin the lesson, students examine a draft plan for a home solar PV system. Students suggest what problems or issues might prevent the system from being optimized. After co-developing the criteria to assess the efficiency of PV systems, students examine images of buildings with rooftop solar PV systems. Students use the criteria to identify features that will affect efficiency of the PV systems. To conclude the lesson, students suggest changes that could be made to a building to optimize its use of solar energy.

This resource is part of the collection Shining a Light on Solar Energy.

Format: PDF
Subject: Science
Grade: 7, 8, 9
Type of resource: Lesson Plans
Language: English
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