Power the change.

This is how we work

Consultation and Planning

• We provide on-site consultation and give you an overview of your individual situation.

• We create an allocation plan for your needs and provide you with a budget and a visualization of the profitability of your system.

Preparation and Planning

• We assist with the application for a feed-in permit from EDA (Electricidade dos Açores).

• While we wait, we coordinate the delivery of the photovoltaic system and set the desired installation date.

Installation

• We ensure that the system is professionally assembled.

• We use only the highest quality products and components that are manufactured with precision and perfectly matched.

• We offer you security.

Commissioning

• We coordinate the commissioning with your energy supplier EDA (Electricidade dos Açores).

• Our electricians test the function of your photovoltaic system.

Maintenance

• Once the entire installation is complete, we will do the maintenance work.

• Your system may have the option to be analyzed via online data with visualization of annual income.

• In most cases of failure, we can replace with material in stock while the warranty process is taking place.

• Our products come with warranties of up to 25 years!

"What's the investment for a family home?"

Frequently asked questions:

How many kW power do I need?

To operate a solar system efficiently, output must be 1/3 more than your current needs. Normally for single houses or up to two families, at least more than 6 kW is required.

Requirements for a installation?

The only case where we have to reject a project is if the roof stability is not given and a reinforcement doesn't pay off and a ground or vertical mounting of the panels is not given.

Does solar panels work in cloudy weather?

Yes, the photovoltaic system produces electricity even on cloudy days.  Solar panels will be less effective in heavy cloud cover as they would in direct sunlight. Thats why is always recommended to oversize the Solar Arrays about +30% to +100%

How much space is needed?

The Standard size of a Panel is 1956x992mm / 420 Watts. You will also need 1m² on a wall for the inverter or battery charger

How much do I have to invest?

The sum of investment for a typical fully assembled system is between €3,500 and €16,000, including VAT.

Order process

50-70% deposit, delivery time 1 to 3 months.

Installation

If goods are delivered, assembly work takes around 1-3 weeks.

How long does a solar system last?

Maintenance is not required, but an inspection is recommended every 2 years. The solar cells themselves have an almost unlimited lifespan. All parts of the system are designed for very long and maintenance-free use. Most manufacturers guarantee more than 80% efficiency after 35 years.

What happens to all the Energy I don't use?

Variant A - Without batteries, connected to the Grid (EDA), without exporting excess energy

• The photovoltaic system only produces the energy it needs and if it needs more energy it will come from the Grid (EDA). With this type of system it is mostly not possible to use 100% of your system's capacity. It's the least economical option and the most sold in Portugal. In the event of a grid failure, your system will also not produce energy.

Variant B - Without batteries, connected to the Grid (EDA), with sale of surplus energy

• The photovoltaic system produces all the energy from the Sun and if it needs more energy it will come from the grid. It is the most profitable/economical option, as the extra energy is sold to the Grid. In the event of a grid failure, your system will also not produce energy.

Variant C - With batteries, without connection (EDA)

• The system is completely independent of the Network. It can be an economical option, but you will need to pay attention to the time (day/night) of your consumption and understand the capacity of your batteries. If your energy consumption is very high at night and exceeds the capacity of the batteries, you can optionally have a backup e-generator.

Variant D - With batteries, connection to the Grid (EDA) & sale of surplus energy

• The photovoltaic system produces all the energy from the Sun and if it needs more energy it will come from the Grid, if the batteries are 100% charged the extra energy is sold to the Grid. It's the safest system, in case of a failure of the system or you still have power from the grid and vice versa. Additionally, you can have an 3rd backup which could be a e-generator or a other solar system.

Note: All systems are available in single phase (230V) or 3 phases (400V). If EDA currently provides single phase connection and you want 3 phase we can make all necessary changes.

How Solar panels generate Electricity ?

Inside a solar cell, two specially treated layers of silicon crystal are placed on top of each other.  The top layer is doped with phosphorus (N-type), creating an excess of free electrons. The bottom layer is doped with boron (P-type), leaving spaces for electrons known as "holes." The boundary between these layers creates a P-N junction and an internal electric field.

When sunlight strikes the solar cell, photons of light knock loose some of the excess electrons from the top layer. These excited electrons are drawn across the P-N junction by the electric field and into the bottom layer, filling the holes. This flow of electrons creates an electric current.

Since solar cells produce direct current (DC), the electricity needs to flow through an inverter to be converted into alternating current (AC) before it can be used in your home to power appliances.