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What happens if my solar generating system produces more energy?

Sometimes your solar generating system produces more energy than you need. When this happens, SCE buys your surplus energy, and you get credit for it. Similarly, when your solar generating system is producing less energy than you need – for example, at night, or when it’s cloudy – SCE will provide energy and you’ll be charged for it.

What happens after my solar system is installed?

Once your solar system is installed and you have been given the authorization to operate your solar system, you will be interconnected with our electric grid. This means your system supplies energy for your property and can provide any surplus energy generated back to SCE’s grid.

What happens when a solar power system reverts to grid-sourced electricity?

Once the capacitors have been exhausted of all of their stored power, the system will revert to using grid-sourced electricity. As you can see, the solar power generation system of today is uniquely designed to make the best use of both solar-generated and grid-sourced electricity.

What happens if a system is not generating enough energy?

When your system isn’t generating enough electricity – such as at night or when it’s overcast – SCE provides energy to keep your power on. When your system provides more energy than you need, that surplus is transferred back to SCE, and you get credited for that energy.

What is an off-grid Solar System?

Off-grid PV systems include battery banks, inverters, charge controllers, battery disconnects, and optional generators. Solar panels used in PV systems are assemblies of solar cells, typically composed of silicon and commonly mounted in a rigid flat frame.

Is solar power a win-win?

As you can see, the solar power generation system of today is uniquely designed to make the best use of both solar-generated and grid-sourced electricity. The results for home and business owners are lower energy bills and higher energy independence—a win-win!