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Flat makes more sense the closer the panels are to the equator. At high latitudes, the more atmo the solar must penetrate -and- the less efficient a flat panel
by 8bitsrule 4y ago
Flat makes more sense the closer the panels are to the equator. At high latitudes, the more atmo the solar must penetrate -and- the less efficient a flat panel is. Some good diagrams here: [https://www.altenergymag.com/article/2005/08/solar-energy-potential-at-different-latitudes/120/ https://www.altenergymag.com/article/2005/08/solar-energy-po...]
- jacquesm 4y agoThis is true, but even then the area required is much larger than if you were to simply stack them side-by-side. It helps if the whole surface is inclined as well, ideally on the Northern hemisphere a South facing roof.