Here’s how the characteristics of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels can be categorized into advantages and disadvantages:
Advantage:
- With PV panels, there are no greenhouse gas emissions.
- PV panels can be placed almost anywhere there is sunlight.
- PV panels have no mechanically moving parts and are silent in operation.
Disadvantage:
- Insurance cost is considerable due to maintenance.
- PV panels require a large area for deployment.
- Efficiency levels are between 14-25% compared to biomass at 50%.