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Inverter- Converts direct current electricity
(DC) to alternating current (AC) that your
home can utilize.
Phantom Loads - Refers to the electric power consumed by electronic appliances while they are switched off or in a standby mode. A quarter of the energy consumed each year by your TV is used when it's turned off. (You Can Prevent Global Warming, Langholz)
Photovoltaic - Photo (sunlight) and voltaic (electricity) literally means to capture sunlight and convert it into electricity.
Solar screens - Solar screens reduce heat and glare from the sun but allow the light the pass through without impeding the outside view.
glossary
Sunny Boy 5000 inverter mounted on home next to meter panel.
An inverter can also be mounted in garage.
