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18. In most cases with solar, maximum power is the theoretical limit under ideal conditions
Sat Sep 30, 2023, 07:49 PM
Sep 2023

Here's an explanation and I'll post the link below:

...Now, we need to understand what these ‘maximum power ratings’ actually mean. These are the solar panel outputs at ideal conditions. These ideal solar conditions are known as STC or Standard Test Conditions. These wattages are measured at 1,000W/m2, 25°C (77°F), and air density of 1.5 kg/m3....

...Example: In theory and in ideal conditions, 300W produces 300W of electrical output or 0.3 kWh of electrical energy per hour. In practice, however, 300W solar panel produces, on average (24-hour cycle), 46.9W output and 0.0469 kWh per hour.

https://thegreenwatt.com/how-to-calculate-solar-panel-output/

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So, they might very well be producing 300,000 kwh per year, but, by saying "up to" I expect they're saying that is what the theoretical maximum is and they are producing well below that.

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EV is the future of transportation. OAITW r.2.0 Sep 2023 #1
Yes, and YES! Think. Again. Sep 2023 #2
Awesome liberal N proud Sep 2023 #3
How much of the power comes from solar? sl8 Sep 2023 #4
I guess that depends on... Think. Again. Sep 2023 #6
It's almost all coal & oil. sl8 Sep 2023 #7
Then they still have work to do... Think. Again. Sep 2023 #8
Yes, but calling the station "solar powered" seems a bit of a stretch. (updated) sl8 Sep 2023 #11
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I never assumed 24/7 operation. sl8 Sep 2023 #14
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No, I didn't. sl8 Sep 2023 #19
I respect your bowing out... Think. Again. Sep 2023 #20
It also says it can generate "up to 300,000 kwh" OnlinePoker Sep 2023 #9
Could you please explain... Think. Again. Sep 2023 #13
In most cases with solar, maximum power is the theoretical limit under ideal conditions OnlinePoker Sep 2023 #18
EV's JPK Sep 2023 #5
+1 Emile Sep 2023 #10
World largest and not even close to what Texas wind turbines need. marble falls Sep 2023 #15
I think your confusing... Think. Again. Sep 2023 #17
EVs are unsustainabe, only marginally better than internal combustion. CoopersDad Oct 2023 #21
I ABSOLUTELY agree!... Think. Again. Oct 2023 #22
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