No, solar panels don't start working immediately after installation. It requires utility approval and a few steps before they can be switched on and begin powering your home.
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Solar panels can indeed generate electricity without direct sunlight, as they rely on daylight energy, which does not require direct sun exposure.
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Solar technologies convert sunlight into electrical energy either through photovoltaic (PV) panels or through mirrors that concentrate solar radiation.
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First, any solar power that your home doesn't use is sent back to the grid. The grid is a system of power lines and other infrastructure that delivers electricity to homes and businesses.
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