The Solar Collection System

Step Four

The most noticeable feature of our energy overhaul is the solar collection system. Over three hundred Siliken Renewable Energy™ aluminum framed solar panels are installed on the roof to collect energy. These 3’ x 5’ American-made panels are arranged for maximum exposure to sunlight. They cover 5,440 square feet of space on the roof and generate 71.4 kw of AC power per hour.

The solar panels contain electronically connected photovoltaic (PV) cells that absorb sunlight in the panels. The cells knock loose electrons they absorb which allow the electrons to flow freely, forming a Direct Current (DC). This current is directed by wiring to state-of-the-art Sunny Towers Inverters which convert the power from Direct Current (DC) to an Alternating Current (AC) format that is compliant with utility company standards.

The AC power is then fed to the Cardinal building with excess power being sent directly to the utility company’s grid. In our case, the City of Azusa has its own Light & Water Company, so the power goes directly back to our city, contributing to the Federally Mandated 20% of Renewable Energy it must supply to its own customers.