Many homeowners have already started investing in installing solar panels because it is a good way to save on water and electricity costs. They utilize solar energy by installing solar energy systems.
Do you know that a single solar energy system can generate approximately 250 to 400 W of power? Various household appliances have different power requirements, so the number of solar panels you should have depends on the number of appliances you use.
For example, air conditioning is an appliance that almost every household has. Before installing a solar energy system, you need to know how many solar panels are required to operate the air conditioning unit.
What determines how much energy AC consumes?
Before determining how many solar panels are needed for installation, let’s first discuss the factors that determine the energy consumption of air conditioning. Here are some factors that directly affect the energy consumption of air conditioning equipment:
#1 Weather
One of the main factors determining the consumption of AC power is weather. If the weather in your area is hot, you will need more electricity so that AC power can run for a long time.
Due to the fact that AC power operates through cooling air, it must work harder if the ambient temperature is 105 degrees Fahrenheit instead of 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
#2 Positions
After the weather, the location will also affect the power consumption of AC electricity. If you live in a hotter area, your central air conditioning unit will require more energy. But if you live in colder areas, the power consumption of central air conditioning will be lower.
#3 Types of buildings
As is well known, energy-efficient buildings consume less energy. For example, if you live in a tall but compact building, cooling is more effective than in a spacious building.
Similarly, if you install rooftop wires to protect your home from getting hot in summer, the consumption of AC power will also be reduced. In addition, double layered glass windows can keep the home cool and read the energy needed for air conditioning.
